Honda Gold Wing Takata Airbag Recall
The name Takata is now synonymous with recall. Millions of airbags have already been recalled, but this post is a little different. This post is about motorcycles.
The Honda GL1800 (Gold Wing), the first and only motorcycle with an OEM airbag, has been recalled. 2,701 motorcycles, models from 2006 through 2010, have been recalled in specific regions. The motorcycles have only been recalled in areas with high or fluctuating temperatures. Because this can be a little confusing, you can read the official report from Honda at the bottom of this Autoblog article.
The problem is the same as with previous Takata recalls, the airbags could potentially rupture, causing injury to the occupants.
Takata recently hired Lazard Ltd. Bankers to help create a company reconstruction plan, raise money to help pay rising recall expenses, and negotiate with auto makers. The company has also began selling shares it owns in auto makers.
At least 13 deaths worldwide have been linked to the defective airbags.
This major recall is a wake up call to check for vehicle recalls. Use NHTSA's lookup tool to see if your vehicle needs to be repaired. Always schedule a checkup for your vehicle before a road trip.
