Honda expands recall of GL1800 motorcycles

The rear brakes may drag after the brakes are released

By James Limbach of ConsumerAffairs

American Honda Motor Co. is recalling 145,219 model year 2001-2010 and 2012-2015 GL1800, 2001-2005 GL1800A and 2013-2015 GL1800B motorcycles, superseding a September 2014 recall.

The rear brakes of the motorcycles may drag after the brakes are released, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. Additionally, extended riding with the rear brake dragging could generate enough heat to produce a fire.

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the secondary brake master cylinder and the rear brake master cylinder, and flush the brake fluid, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule.

Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is JV6.