2021 Honda Gold Wing Problems: 2 Known Issues
2021 model year · Manufacturer-document summaries · US scope · Updated November 2026
These 2 manufacturer-document summaries cover specific US model/year combinations. They are not a list of common failures or a reliability rating. Read the exact applicability on each card and ask the dealer to confirm your VIN, equipment and previous repairs.
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Do these documents establish that my Honda Gold Wing is affected?
No. These are summaries of manufacturer documents for specific US model/year combinations. VIN, equipment and previous repairs determine applicability. A dealer must confirm eligibility. This selection is not a reliability ranking or failure-frequency estimate.
Primary drive gear bolt can break, stalling and locking the engine — recall 24V820
On-off throttle use can put high load on the crankshaft and fatigue the bolt that holds the primary drive gear. If it breaks, the pulse rotor can fall off and the ignition signal fail, so the engine may not start, or may stall and lock; if it locks while riding, the rear wheel may lock, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Applies to: 2018-2021 Honda Gold Wing GL1800 built November 8, 2017 to July 7, 2021 (Honda campaign KQ9 / NHTSA 24V820). An improved bolt went into production in July 2021. Check your VIN. US applicability: Gold Wing: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 (Verify exact VIN, equipment and prior campaign completion.); Gold Wing DCT: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 (Verify exact VIN, equipment and prior campaign completion.); Gold Wing Tour: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 (Verify exact VIN, equipment and prior campaign completion.); Gold Wing Tour DCT: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 (Verify exact VIN, equipment and prior campaign completion.); Gold Wing Tour DCT Airbag: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 (Verify exact VIN, equipment and prior campaign completion.). Dealer VIN confirmation required. 2018-2021 Honda Gold Wing GL1800 built November 8, 2017 to July 7, 2021 (Honda campaign KQ9 / NHTSA 24V820). An improved bolt went into production in July 2021. Check your VIN. Honda's remedy: an authorized Honda Powersports dealer replaces the primary drive gear bolt with an improved part that has greater fatigue strength. Owners who already paid for this repair may be eligible for reimbursement.
Fuel pump can stop working and stall the engine — recall 24V113
The fuel pump impeller was improperly molded with low density; over time it can absorb fuel, deform and jam against the pump body, so the pump stops working. The engine may not start or can stall while riding, increasing the risk of a crash or injury; warnings may include intermittent loss of power, difficulty starting or stalling. Applies to: Certain 2018-2024 Honda Gold Wing GL1800 (GL1800/B/BD/D/DA) built November 2, 2017 to October 24, 2023 (NHTSA 24V113; Honda bulletins GL1800 #28 / campaign KQ0 for 2018-2019 and GL1800 #27 / campaign KQ1 for 2020-2024). Check your VIN. US applicability: Gold Wing: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 (Verify exact VIN, equipment and prior campaign completion.); Gold Wing DCT: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 (Verify exact VIN, equipment and prior campaign completion.); Gold Wing Tour: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 (Verify exact VIN, equipment and prior campaign completion.); Gold Wing Tour DCT: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 (Verify exact VIN, equipment and prior campaign completion.); Gold Wing Tour DCT Airbag: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 (Verify exact VIN, equipment and prior campaign completion.). Dealer VIN confirmation required. Certain 2018-2024 Honda Gold Wing GL1800 (GL1800/B/BD/D/DA) built November 2, 2017 to October 24, 2023 (NHTSA 24V113; Honda bulletins GL1800 #28 / campaign KQ0 for 2018-2019 and GL1800 #27 / campaign KQ1 for 2020-2024). Check your VIN. Honda's remedy: an authorized Honda Powersports dealer replaces the fuel pump on affected 2018-2019 bikes (GL1800 #28). Affected 2018-2019 bikes get a new pump cartridge/filter assembly within the retained housing, with the specified new packing and locking ring; this is not a recommendation to buy an entire tank or sender housing. On affected 2020-2024 bikes the pump's identification label and lot number are checked and the pump is replaced if required (GL1800 #27). The dealer verifies the VIN and follows the complete applicable bulletin procedure. Owners who already paid may be eligible for reimbursement.
Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public motorcycle data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.