Pioneer 700 ROV (American Honda) – injury risk (2017)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs)
Brand
American Honda Motor Company Inc., of Torrance, Calif.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
American Honda Motor Company Inc., of Torrance, Calif. is recalling Recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs). The hazard is: The front passenger seat belt buckle can fail due to a manufacturing defect, posing a risk of injury. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
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
Reported concern (CPSC)
The front passenger seat belt buckle can fail due to a manufacturing defect, posing a risk of injury.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026