CPSC recall 18-742, announced May 15, 2018, covers American Honda Recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs) (about 65,000 units). The muffler can overheat, causing the plastic heat shield to melt or catch fire, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers. The notice cites 22 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ROVs and contact an authorized Honda Powersports dealer to schedule an appointment for a free inspection and repair. Recall contact: call 866-784-1870, or go to 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.
Affected model numbers
The model name Pioneer 1000 is printed on a label located on both sides of the vehicle, near the rear.
Which products are included?
This recall involves all model year 2016 through 2017, and some model year 2018 Honda Pioneer 1000 Vehicles. The recalled vehicles were sold in various colors including: red, blue, green, gray and yellow. The name "HONDA" is on the front, sides and the rear of the vehicle. The model name Pioneer 1000 is printed on a label located on both sides of the vehicle, near the rear. The serial number (VIN #) is stamped in the frame at the left rear, below the tilt-up bed/seat. The following model numbers and serial number ranges are being recalled: MY Model VIN Start 2016 Pioneer 1000 3P (SXS10M3*) 1HFVE04**G4000001 --- 1HFVE04**G4008403 2016 Pioneer 1000 5P (SXS10M5*) 1HFVE04**G4000001 --- 1HFVE04**G4010507 2017 Pioneer 1000 3P (SXS10M3*) 1HFVE04**H4100001 --- 1HFVE04**H4102101 2017 Pioneer 1000 5P (SXS10M5*) 1HFVE04**H4100001 --- 1HFVE04**H4103000 2018 Pioneer 1000 3P (SXS10M3*) 1HFVE04**G4200001 --- 1HFVE04**G4203360 2018 Pioneer 1000 5P (SXS10M5*) 1HFVE04**G4200001 --- 1HFVE04**G4207379 * Variable character
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The muffler can overheat, causing the plastic heat shield to melt or catch fire, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received 22 reports of the muffler plastic heat shield melting and three reports of muffler plastic heat shield fires. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ROVs and contact an 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
- 18-742
- Units
- About 65,000
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized Honda Powersports dealers nationwide from October 2015 through April 2018 for between $14,000 and $22,000.
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 http://powersports.honda.com/ and click on “Recall Information” at the bottom of the page for more information.
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