Defect Description
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2025 Honda Pilot vehicles. The third-row passenger seat belt assembly may not function, due to incorrect routing that traps the seat belt behind the passenger side panel. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Safety Consequence
A non-functioning seat belt cannot properly restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair the seat belt routing as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 24, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is ZL4.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | HONDA | PILOT |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.