Recall 11V567 affects 126,000 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2012 Honda GL1800 motorcycles for rear brake drag. Repair is free at any franchised Honda dealer.
Honda is recalling 126,000 GL1800 Goldwing motorcycles from 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, and 2012 because the combined braking system's secondary master cylinder can make the rear brake drag. Unexpected braking raises the risk of a crash, and heat from a dragging rear brake can cause the rear brake to catch fire; the Honda dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The secondary master cylinder is part of the combined braking system on Honda GL1800 motorcycles from 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, and 2012. In normal braking, this hydraulic part helps manage brake fluid pressure so the front and rear brakes work together as designed. It is supposed to apply pressure when needed and release it when braking ends.
In this recall, the secondary master cylinder causes the rear brake to drag under certain conditions. That means the rear brake remains partly applied instead of fully releasing. The problem is hydraulic, so the issue starts inside the brake pressure system rather than with rider input at the pedal or lever.
There is no warning sign before failure. The recall filing does not tie the defect to a specific light, sound, or rider-noticed symptom before the rear brake begins to drag.
Who's affected?
Covers GL1800 motorcycles from 2001 through 2010 plus 2012, all tied to the hydraulic brake system.
| 2008 Honda GL1800 | hydraulic brake system |
|---|---|
| 2007 Honda GL1800 | hydraulic brake system |
| 2005 Honda GL1800 | hydraulic brake system |
| 2002 Honda GL1800 | hydraulic brake system |
| 2001 Honda GL1800 | hydraulic brake system |
| 2006 Honda GL1800 | hydraulic brake system |
| 2010 Honda GL1800 | hydraulic brake system |
| 2003 Honda GL1800 | hydraulic brake system |
| 2009 Honda GL1800 | hydraulic brake system |
| 2004 Honda GL1800 | hydraulic brake system |
| 2012 Honda GL1800 | hydraulic brake system |
| Units affected | 126,000 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
Unexpected rear braking increases crash risk. Riding with the rear brake dragging also builds heat at the brake, which can set the rear brake on fire. There is no listed warning sign before the brake drags, so schedule the recall inspection promptly and avoid extra riding until Honda checks it. Repair will be free at any franchised Honda dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2012 Honda GL1800 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Honda dealer to ask whether the secondary master cylinder inspection is open for your VIN.
- Schedule the free inspection and secondary master cylinder replacement if Honda finds the rear-brake drag condition.
- Bring the recall notice if Honda mailed one. If not, reference recall number 11V567 when you call.
- Avoid riding if the rear brake drags, the motorcycle slows unexpectedly, or you smell brake heat.
What happens at the repair
Honda's remedy is an inspection of the secondary master cylinder in the combined braking system. At the dealer, a Honda technician checks that part for the condition that lets the rear brake drag. If the inspection shows the cylinder needs replacement, the technician replaces it. The dealer repair will be free once available for your VIN, with parts and labor covered under the recall. The recall notice lists the safety recall start date as January 6, 2012.
Timeline
| December 1, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 6, 2012 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V567?
Recall 11V567 covers 126,000 Honda GL1800 motorcycles from 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, and 2012. The secondary master cylinder in the combined braking system can make the rear brake drag. Honda dealers will inspect it and replace it if needed for free.
What should I do if my 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2012 Honda GL1800 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 11V567. If it is, contact a franchised Honda dealer and ask for the secondary master cylinder inspection. Reference recall number 11V567 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the safety defect at no cost, and Honda's remedy says dealers will inspect the secondary master cylinder and replace it if necessary free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at a franchised Honda dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is unexpected braking from a dragging rear brake. NHTSA campaign 11V567 says unexpected braking increases crash risk, and riding with the rear brake dragging can generate enough heat for the rear brake to catch fire. Schedule the free dealer inspection after your VIN is confirmed.
What if I bought my Honda GL1800 used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the motorcycle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your GL1800 is included, then call a franchised Honda dealer with recall number 11V567. Honda customer service is also listed at 1-866-784-1870.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V567000 |
|---|---|
| Honda customer service | 1-866-784-1870 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V567 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V567000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →