CPSC recall 17-744, announced May 9, 2017, covers American Honda Recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs) (about 2,200 units). The front passenger seat belt buckle can fail due to a manufacturing defect, posing a risk of injury. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ROVs and contact their local authorized Honda Powersports dealer to schedule an appointment for a free inspection and repair. Recall contact: call 866-784-1870, or go to www.powersports.honda.com.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
The model and serial numbers are printed on a certification label located at the top rear of the left front wheel well.
Which products are included?
This recall involves model year 2017 Honda Pioneer 700 side-by-side recreational off-highway vehicles. The ROVs are motorized with a steering wheel, a gas pedal, a brake pedal, bucket or bench seats, seat belts and an occupant protection structure. The recalled ROVs were sold in two-seat and four-seat models in blue, red, silver or camouflage colors. "HONDA" is printed on the front grill and rear tailgate. "Pioneer 700" is printed on the sides of the vehicle. The model and serial numbers are printed on a certification label located at the top rear of the left front wheel well. The following model numbers and serial number ranges are being recalled: Model Type Serial Number Range Seats SXS700M4H AC 1HFVE0201H4301181 -- 1HFVE0207H4302237 4 SXS700M4DH AC 1HFVE02H5H4301268 -- 1HFVE02H6H4301697 4 SXS700M4DH 2AC 1HFVE02R1H4300241 -- 1HFVE02R3H4300600 4 SXS700M2H AC 1HFVE0220H4301142 -- 1HFVE0223H4301801 2 SXS700M2DH AC 1HFVE02NXH4301031 -- 1HFVE02NXH4301742 2 SXS700M2DH 2AC 1HFVE02T6H4300361 -- 1HFVE02T9H4300600 2
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The front passenger seat belt buckle can fail due to a manufacturing defect, posing a risk of injury.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ROVs and contact their local authorized Honda Powersports dealer to schedule an appointment for a free inspection and repair. Honda is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- American Honda
- Manufacturer
- American Honda Motor Company Inc., of Torrance, Calif.
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 17-744
- Units
- About 2,200
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized Honda Powersports dealers nationwide from December 2016 through April 2017 for between $10,500 and $13,500.
Recall contact information
American Honda toll-free at 866-784-1870 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.powersports.honda.com and click on "Recall Information" at the bottom of the page for more information.
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