Honda Motorcycles Gl1800: Airbag May Not Deploy Correctly
Recall Summary Honda is recalling 970 GL1800 motorcycles because the airbag inflator may rupture under pressure during deployment, potentially sending metal fragments through the airbag cushion and injuring the rider. The company will replace the airbag module on affected motorcycles. This recall applies to GL1800 motorcycles distributed in the United Kingdom.
- Recalling firm
- HONDA MOTORCYCLES
- Product
- Vehicles: HONDA MOTORCYCLES GL1800. Units affected: 970
- Reason
- In the event that the airbag is activated excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator body to rupture and metal fragments may pass through the cushion material causing injury to the rider and / or in worst cases a fatality. Remedy: On affected machines a new air bag module will be installed.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2016-08-08
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/7b1cb628-60d8-4d79-8a32-8102e33f76b6