Recall 15V424 affects 1,358 2016 Honda Pilot SUVs because the third-row seat belt can be trapped. Repair is free at any franchised Honda dealer.
Honda is recalling 1,358 2016 Pilot SUVs because an assembly issue can trap the third row seatbelt between the rear seat and rear sideliner. A trapped belt can leave third row occupants improperly restrained and increase injury risk; Honda dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The rear seat belt in the 2016 Honda Pilot's third row is the restraint for passengers seated behind the second row. It should pull freely from its anchor and retract without being pinched, so it can sit flat across the passenger and lock during a sudden stop.
On affected Pilot SUVs, the belt was trapped during assembly between the third row seat and the rear side liner, the interior trim panel along the back side of the cabin. A trapped belt cannot move the way Honda designed it to move. If the webbing is held behind the seat or trim, the passenger loses the normal fit and restraint function that the belt is supposed to provide.
There is no warning sign before failure. Before carrying passengers in the third row, check that the rear belt is visible, flat, and able to pull out and retract without catching.
Who's affected?
| 2016 Honda Pilot | seat belt |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 1,358 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2016 Honda Pilot is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the third row seatbelt is trapped, occupants are not restrained as designed, increasing the risk of injury. Before carrying passengers in that row, schedule the inspection and repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Honda dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016 Honda Pilot is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Honda dealer to schedule the free inspection and repair for the trapped rear third-row seat belt.
- Bring the recall notice if Honda mailed one. If not, reference recall number 15V424 when you call.
- Keep passengers out of the third row until the dealer confirms the seat belt is routed correctly.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Honda technician inspects the rear third row seat belt to see whether it is trapped between the rear seat and the rear sideliner. The technician repairs the seat belt as needed. The inspection and repair are free under the recall. Out-of-pocket repairs before the owner notice are covered through the new vehicle warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, because Honda says the warranty would have provided this repair at no cost to the owner. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| July 6, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 6, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V424?
Recall 15V424 covers 1,358 2016 Honda Pilot vehicles with a third-row seat belt that can be trapped between the rear seat and rear sideliner. Honda dealers inspect and repair the rear third-row seat belt for free.
What should I do if my 2016 Honda Pilot is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Pilot is included in recall 15V424. If it is, contact a franchised Honda dealer and ask for the JS7 rear third-row seat belt inspection and repair. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost to owners. For recall 15V424, Honda dealers inspect and repair the rear third-row seat belt for free at a franchised Honda dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk in recall 15V424 is that a trapped third-row seat belt does not restrain an occupant properly, increasing the risk of injury. Have a Honda dealer inspect and repair the rear third-row seat belt before relying on that seating position.
What if I bought my 2016 Honda Pilot used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your Pilot is included in recall 15V424, then call a franchised Honda dealer and reference Honda recall JS7.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V424000 |
|---|---|
| Honda customer service | 1-310-783-2000 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V424 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V424000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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