Engine and engine cooling: engine: engine control module (ECU/ECM): software
- Component
- Engine and engine cooling: engine: engine control module (ECU/ECM): software
- Manufacturer
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
- Vehicles affected
- 1,740
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2022-06-23
- Owners notified
- 2022-07-28
Defect description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co) is recalling certain 2020-2022 GL1800 Gold Wing motorcycles equipped with manual transmissions. An ignition timing software error for the engine control unit (ECU) may reduce engine performance, which can result in an engine stall.
Safety risk
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 28, 2022. Owners may contact American Honda Motor Co customer service at 1-866-784-1870.