Does the 2012 Honda Gold Wing have recalls?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2012 Honda Gold Wing, including Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Master Cylinder; Equipment; Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module. Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

What are the most common 2012 Honda Gold Wing problems?

Owners filed 31 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are fuel/propulsion system (17), engine (17), power train (5), vehicle speed control (3).

How much does a 2012 Honda Gold Wing cost to own for 5 years?

About $19,532 over 5 years ($326/month) at an estimated $13,500 purchase price and 4,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

2012 Honda Gold Wing

The 2012 Honda Gold Wing earns a fair Throttlebook Ownership Score of 55/100. Expect about $19,532 to own it for five years, or $326 a month. NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 31 complaints.

Recalls: 5
Complaints: 31
5-yr cost: $20k
MPG (EPA): —

Fair

Ownership Score

2012 Honda Gold Wing vs nearby years

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5 recalls may apply

For the 2012 Honda Gold Wing. NHTSA matches recalls by model and year — confirm by VIN.

What's wrong: American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2001-2010 and 2012-2015 GL1800, 2001-2005 GL1800A and 2013-2015 GL1800B motorcycles. The rear brakes of the affected motorcycles may drag after the brakes are released.
Risk: A rear brake that drags may increase the risk of a vehicle crash. Additionally, extended riding with the rear brake dragging could generate enough heat to result in a fire.
Fix: 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 recall began on December 7, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is JV6. Note: This recall supercedes recall 14V-472.

Check recalls for this exact VIN at NHTSA

Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.

5-year cost to own

Estimated $13,500 price, 20% down, 11.19% APR for 60 months (Experian avg.), 4,000 mi/yr.

$19,532

$326/month · $0.98/mile

Depreciation	$1,576
Insurance (national avg.)	$3,500
Fuel / charging	$1,490
Maintenance	$3,750
Repairs	$3,980
Loan interest	$3,726
Taxes & fees	$1,510

Estimate, not financial advice. How we calculate.

Owner complaints & safety

What real owners reported to NHTSA for this model year.

31 complaints

Fuel/Propulsion System17
Engine17
Power Train5
Vehicle Speed Control3
Service Brakes2
Electrical System2

Complaint counts scale with how many were sold; compare against similar models.

NHTSA crash-test stars

NHTSA doesn't crash-test motorcycles. Gear up: ABS and a good helmet matter most.

What to check on a used 2012 Honda Gold Wing

Ordered by what owners of this model year reported most. Reports are not proof of a defect.

Engine and transmission
- Cold start: listen for knocking, ticking or rough running.
- Shifts should be smooth with no slipping or jerking.
Brakes
- Press the pedal firmly: it should feel solid, not sink or pulse.
- Listen for grinding or squealing when stopping.
Electrical and lights
- Test every window, lock, light and wiper.
- Watch for warning lights that stay on after start-up.

If anything in a safety area feels wrong (brakes, steering, airbags, tires), stop driving and get it inspected before you buy or drive it further. Paste a VIN above for the full printable checklist.

Common 2012 Honda Gold Wing problems

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FAQ

Is the 2012 Honda Gold Wing a good motorcycle to buy?: The 2012 Honda Gold Wing earns a fair Throttlebook Ownership Score of 55/100. Expect about $19,532 to own it for five years, or $326 a month. NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 31 complaints.
Does the 2012 Honda Gold Wing have recalls?: NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2012 Honda Gold Wing, including Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Master Cylinder; Equipment; Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module. Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common 2012 Honda Gold Wing problems?: Owners filed 31 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are fuel/propulsion system (17), engine (17), power train (5), vehicle speed control (3).
How much does a 2012 Honda Gold Wing cost to own for 5 years?: About $19,532 over 5 years ($326/month) at an estimated $13,500 purchase price and 4,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP ratings; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data refreshed weekly. Complaint counts scale with sales volume.