Recall 25V056 affects 1,494 2025 Honda Pilot vehicles for trapped third-row passenger seat belts. Repair is free at any franchised Honda dealer.
Honda is recalling 1,494 2025 Pilot vehicles because incorrect routing traps the third-row passenger seat belt assembly behind the passenger side panel and stops it from working. A non-functioning seat belt cannot properly restrain the passenger in a crash, increasing injury risk; Honda dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The passenger-side third-row seat belt in the 2025 Honda Pilot is supposed to pull out from the rear trim area, latch at the buckle, and hold the passenger in the correct position during a crash. It is part of the occupant protection system covered by NHTSA campaign 25V056.
On affected Pilots, the belt was routed incorrectly after vehicles were moved away from the normal production line while waiting for rear cargo interior panels. When those panels were installed, an unbuckled seat belt tongue was trapped behind the passenger-side rear liner panel. That leaves the belt hidden or unusable for the third-row passenger seat.
The belt assembly itself is not being redesigned. The dealer checks the passenger-side third-row belt and routes it correctly if needed.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner only sees the problem when the third-row belt is not visible, does not pull out normally, or cannot be buckled for a passenger.
Who's affected?
| 2025 Honda Pilot | seat belt |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 1,494 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2025 Honda Pilot is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
A non-functioning seat belt cannot properly restrain the seat occupant and increases the risk of injury during a crash. If your VIN is included, schedule the repair soon and avoid using any seat where the belt does not route or operate correctly. Repair is free at any franchised Honda dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2025 Honda Pilot is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Honda dealer to schedule the free third-row seat belt routing inspection and repair that frees the belt trapped behind the passenger side panel.
- Bring the recall notice if Honda mailed one. If not, reference recall number 25V056 and Honda recall ZL4 when you call.
- Use another seat for passengers until the dealer confirms the third-row passenger seat belt works correctly.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Honda technician inspects the third-row passenger seat belt routing and repairs it as needed so the belt is no longer trapped behind the passenger side panel. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. If you already paid for this seat belt routing repair, bring receipts or repair documentation to the dealer, or contact Honda customer service, and ask for review under Honda's recall reimbursement plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| February 5, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 6, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| February 6, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 24, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
| March 24, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| March 24, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V056?
Recall 25V056 covers 1,494 2025 Honda Pilot vehicles with a third-row passenger seat belt assembly that can be trapped behind the passenger side panel. If the belt does not function, it cannot properly restrain the occupant in a crash. Honda dealers will inspect the routing and repair it for free.
What should I do if my 2025 Honda Pilot is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Pilot is included in recall 25V056. If it is, contact a franchised Honda dealer and ask for recall ZL4. The dealer will inspect the third-row seat belt routing and correct it for free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Honda's remedy says dealers will inspect and repair the seat belt routing free of charge. Use recall 25V056 or Honda recall number ZL4 when you call the dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The risk in recall 25V056 is that the affected third-row passenger seat belt cannot properly restrain the seat occupant during a crash. That increases the risk of injury. Until a dealer completes the inspection, avoid using that seating position for passengers.
When did Honda notify owners?
Honda mailed owner notification letters on March 24, 2025. If you bought the Pilot used or never received the letter, check your VIN and contact a franchised Honda dealer. You can also call Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138 and reference recall ZL4.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V056000 |
|---|---|
| Honda customer service | 1-888-234-2138 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V056 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V056000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →