Honda all-terrain vehicles, wheels not said

5 reports to CPSC, the latest made Sep 9, 2019. A report isn’t a recall.

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At a glance

From SaferProducts.gov, released Oct 25, 2026.

5reports to CPSC
Sep 9, 2019the latest report was made
Jan 10, 2012the earliest
5with the company’s comments

Brand: Honda
Maker: American Honda Motor Co., Inc.Makers, importers or sellers, as the reports name them
Product: All-terrain vehicles, wheels not saidOff-road onlyCPSC’s product type: All Terrain Vehicles (# of Wheels Unspecified/off Road) (code 3287), in Sports and Recreation: Recreational Vehicles (Unlicensed)

Other ways the reports write the brand (2)

“Honda Rancher 2007” and “Honda Rubicon”

By month

1 report from October 2018 to September 2019; the most in September 2019, 1. 4 earlier reports, since January 2012, are in the table.

The numbers, as a table

Reports to CPSC by the month each was made, newest first
Month	Reports
September 2019	1
December 2016	1
October 2016	1
April 2013	1
January 2012	1

How badly anyone was hurt

Death 2
Seen by a doctor or nurse 2 CPSC: Injury, Seen by Medical Professional
No one hurt 1 CPSC: Incident, No Injury

As each report says it, in short words; CPSC’s own words are under each.

The reports, as CPSC published them

Reports people made to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. CPSC publishes each one after sending it to the company named, and doesn’t guarantee they’re accurate. A report isn’t a recall.

Each report is the words of the person who made it, as CPSC published them. The company’s comments, where CPSC published any, are set apart as the company’s own.

CPSC, SaferProducts.gov public database export. Released Oct 25, 2026. Updated daily.

Seen by a doctor or nurse
Made Sep 9, 2019, sent to the company Sep 26, 2019, published by CPSC Oct 10, 2019

The product, in the report: 2016 Honda Recon

I’ve ridden Honda Recon ATV’s for over 20 years. My latest vehicle is a 2017 Recon. It has a lever to depress to go into reverse. The previous models had a button to push. In March of this year, my finger got caught under the lever and it sliced me. This was under pretty normal operating conditions. Several days ago the same thing happened. I contacted Honda both times, and they are unresponsive.
The reverse lever has a relatively sharp metal edge that contacts the metal brake lever. It’s so sharp that it has bitten a crevice into the brake lever. I can’t imagine I’m the only person with this issue. I have photos if there’s a place later in this report to include them.

Model
TRX250TM 2016
Where
Graton, California: Farm/Ranch
Who was involved
Age 58, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Honda, made or sold by American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, Seen by Medical Professional

The company’s comments, in its own words

(10/9/2019) American Honda Motor Co., Inc.: American Honda takes matters such as these seriously and appreciates the opportunity to address our customer’s experience with her 2017 Honda Recon ATV. An internal review indicated this customer had recently contacted Honda to inform us of this incident. We’re sorry to hear of her injury and recommend she contact an authorized Honda Powersports dealer to inspect her vehicle if she feels there is something wrong with it. If the customer needs assistance locating a dealer, she can call our Customer Support department at 866-784-1870 for assistance. In addition, Honda would like to remind all powersports riders to review the safety information provided with the vehicle prior to operation. This safety information includes recommendations such as always wearing a helmet, eye protection, gloves and appropriate clothing. Thank you for allowing American Honda to respond.

CPSC report 20190909-637FE-2147377784. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Seen by a doctor or nurse
Made Dec 19, 2016, sent to the company Feb 21, 2017, published by CPSC Mar 7, 2017

The product, in the report: ATV

(1/2014) The consumer was loading the ATV on his pickup. The ATV went on full throttle. The consumer hit the brakes but there was not enough time to react. The ATV hit the back of the truck.
(12/4/2016) The same thing happened again. The consumer stated he was backing up when the ATV picked up speed. The consumer tried to break to stop. There was not enough breaking power to stop the engine. The consumer had to turn the vehicle to keep from going over an embankment. When he turned the ATV, the vehicle flipped over. The consumer was thrown to the side and the ATV rolled over and stopped on its side and rolled on the top of the consumer’s leg.
The consumer went to the doctor the next day. The consumer was bruised on his right butt cheek, left knee and his upper back.

Model
VIN [REDACTED]
Bought from
private party
Bought
Sep 6, 2014
Where
Sagle, Idaho: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Honda Rancher 2007, made or sold by American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, Seen by Medical Professional

The company’s comments, in its own words

(3/3/2017) American Honda Motor Co., Inc.: Thank you for the report regarding your 2007 Rancher. Honda takes reports of potential safety matters very seriously. To properly investigate the issue, please bring your ATV to an authorized Honda Motorcycle dealer for inspection. If you have any questions, please call our Customer Service at (866) 784-1870.

CPSC report 20161219-D5E58-1615959. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Death
Made Oct 7, 2016, sent to the company Oct 18, 2016, published by CPSC Nov 1, 2016

The product, in the report: 1999 Honda ATV, unknown what model.

Decedent travelling on rural road at approximately 30 miles per hour, not wearing helmet. Lost control of ATV and rolled it, causing significant head trauma. Died at the hospital 3 days later of traumatic head injury.

Model
VIN [REDACTED]
Where
Crooked Creek, Illinois: Street or Highway
Who was involved
Age 75, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Honda, made or sold by American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

The company’s comments, in its own words

(10/28/2016) American Honda Motor Co., Inc.: Honda is very sorry to hear about the incident. Unfortunately, not enough details were provided that would allow us to investigate or comment further. As such, Honda recommends that the ATV be taken to an authorized Honda Powersports dealer for an inspection.

CPSC report 20161007-8FCAB-2147412252. Submitter: Medical Examiner and Coroner Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Apr 22, 2013, sent to the company Apr 30, 2013, published by CPSC May 14, 2013

The product, in the report: 2006 Honda Rubicon 500 ATV

I rode the 2006 Honda Rubicon 500 for less than 30 minutes when I smelled something burning and looked down to see flames coming up between my legs. I attempted to extenquish the flames but could not put the fire out. I then called 911 who in turn dispatched the local fire department. When the fire truck got to the fire it had engulfed the ATV and it was a total loss.

Model
2006 Honda Rubicon 500
Bought from
individual, Mississippi
Bought
Feb 1, 2013
Where
Louisville, Mississippi: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Honda Rubicon, made or sold by American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(5/1/2013) American Honda Motor Co., Inc.: Honda is truly sorry to learn of this individuals experience and loss. We must point out, however, that this ATV had been in service for approxiately 8 years without any trouble of this nature and, according to this new owner, he had just recently purchased it used from a previous owner. Physical damage, improper modifications, improper maintenance, and lack of proper maintenance are all probable causes for a vehicle of this age.

CPSC report 20130422-64C70-2147456721. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Death
Made Jan 10, 2012, sent to the company Jan 18, 2012, published by CPSC Feb 8, 2012

The product, in the report: 2008 Honda Model 700 ATV

25 year old unhelmeted driver of all terrain vehicle, exceeding speed limit, lost control and ran off the right side of the roadway and overturned. Driver was fatally injured and died at the scene.

Model
700
Serial number
JH2TE36058K006309
Where
Hurley, Virginia: Street or Highway
Who was involved
Age 25, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Honda, made or sold by American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

The company’s comments, in its own words

(2/7/2012) American Honda Motor Co., Inc.: Honda is very saddened to learn of this incident. From the information provided, however, there is no indication that the ATV involved experienced any mechanical trouble, safety defect, or other malfunction that was the result of its design or manufacture. Instead, all indications are that the rider ignored prominently displayed safety warnings, including always wearing a helmet, never riding on public roadways, and always maintaining a safe speed.

CPSC report 20120110-045CD-2147471483. Submitter: Medical Examiner and Coroner Search for it on SaferProducts.gov

CPSC’s disclaimer

Disclaimer: CPSC does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or adequacy of the contents of the Publicly Available Consumer Product Safety Information Database on SaferProducts.gov, particularly with respect to information submitted by people outside of CPSC.

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Sources

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, SaferProducts.gov public database export.

Released Oct 25, 2026 and checked Oct 25, 2026. Updated daily. Public domain (U.S. Government work). CPSC asks to be credited, and that no endorsement be implied.

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Honda all-terrain vehicles, wheels not said

At a glance

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How badly anyone was hurt

The reports, as CPSC published them

CPSC’s disclaimer

Sources

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