Honda Motorcycles GL1800 recall: Airbag may fail to deploy correctly
- What's wrong
- The propellant used in the subject air bag inflators may degrade over time due to heat cycles and exposure to moisture. In the event that the airbag is activated it may overinflate due to overly aggressive combustion of the propellant. The excessive internal pressure may…
- What to do
- Contact a Honda Motorcycles dealer to book the free repair. Recall the machines that are likely to be affected and replace the airbag.
What’s wrong
The propellant used in the subject air bag inflators may degrade over time due to heat cycles and exposure to moisture. In the event that the airbag is activated it may overinflate due to overly aggressive combustion of the propellant. The excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator body to rupture and metal fragments may pass through the cushion material causing severe injury to the rider and / or in worst cases a fatality.
The fix
Recall the machines that are likely to be affected and replace the airbag.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| GL1800 | 12 Jun 2008 | 3 Dec 2008 | 120 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 13 April 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.