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CPSC recall · Reported January 12, 2023

American Honda Expands Recall of Honda Talon 1000 ROVs Due to Crash and Injury Hazards

The vehicle's intake funnel band screw can loosen and enter the engine through the intake funnel and cause sudden engine failure. If this occurs, it can result in a loss of contro…

Recall #
23090
Affected scope
About 34,000 (About 32,000 were previously recalled in March 2022)
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American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance, California recalled This recall expansion involves an additional 2,000 2021 model year Honda Talon 1000 side-… - a moderate-severity action.

American Honda Expands Recall of Honda Talon 1000 ROVs Due to Crash and Injury Hazards was recalled by American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance, California in January 12, 2023. Reason: The vehicle's intake funnel band screw can loosen and enter the engine through the intake funnel and cause su…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled recreational off-highway vehicles an…. Verify recall #23090 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance, California issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The vehicle's intake funnel band screw can loosen and enter the engine through the intake funnel and cause su….

Moderate
severity level
January 12, 2023
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #23090 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #23090) was formally reported on January 12, 2023. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance, California is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 34,000 (About 32,000 were previously recalled in March 2022).

The documented reason for this recall is: The vehicle's intake funnel band screw can loosen and enter the engine through the intake funnel and cause sudden engine failure. If this occurs, it can result in a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash or inj… Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled recreational off-highway vehicles and contact an authorized Honda Powersports dealer to schedule an appointment for a free inspection and repair, … - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 34,000 (About 32,000 were previously recalled in March 2022)

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

This recall expansion involves an additional 2,000 2021 model year Honda Talon 1000 side-by-sides with model numbers Talon 1000 S2 and Talon 1000 S4. The vehicles were sold in various colors including red, blue, green, gray and yellow. "HONDA" is printed on the front, sides and the rear of each vehicle. "Talon" is printed on a label located on both sides of the vehicle. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) number is stamped on the frame on the left side under the left front fender. The VIN range for affected Talon 1000s is as shown below. Original Recall: MY Model VIN Start VIN End 2019 Talon 1000 S2 1HFVE05**K4000003 1HFVE05**K4003902 2020 Talon 1000 S2 1HFVE05**L4100001 1HFVE05**L4102280 2021 Talon 1000 S2 1HFVE05**M4200001 1HFVE05**M4202760 2020 Talon 1000 S4 1HFVE06**L4000002 1HFVE06**L4003420 2021 Talon 1000 S4 1HFVE06**M4100001 1HFVE06**M4102218 Expanded Recall: : MY Model VIN Start VIN End 2019 Talon 1000 S2 1HFVE05**M4200084 1HFVE05**M4203061 2020 Talon 1000 S4 1HFVE06**M4100121 1HFVE06**M4102580

Reason for recall

The vehicle's intake funnel band screw can loosen and enter the engine through the intake funnel and cause sudden engine failure. If this occurs, it can result in a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled recreational off-highway vehicles and contact an authorized Honda Powersports dealer to schedule an appointment for a free inspection and repair, which includes proper tightening and thread deformation of the intake funnel screw. American Honda is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 23090
Date reported January 12, 2023
Date initiated January 12, 2023
Recalling firm American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance, California
Affected scope About 34,000 (About 32,000 were previously recalled in March 2022)
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled recreational off-highway vehicles and contact an authorized Honda Powersport…

  • Check the recall number (23090) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall expansion involves an additional 2,000 2021 model year Honda Talon 1000 side-by-sides with model numbers Talon 1000 S2 and Talon 1000 S4. The vehicles were sold in various colors including red, blue, green, gray and yellow. "HONDA" is printed on the front, sides and the rear of each vehicle. "Talon" is printed on a label located on both sides of the vehicle. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) number is stamped on the frame on the left side under the left front fender. The VIN range for affected Talon 1000s is as shown below. Original Recall: MY Model VIN Start VIN End 2019 Talon 1000 S2 1HFVE05**K4000003 1HFVE05**K4003902 2020 Talon 1000 S2 1HFVE05**L4100001 1HFVE05**L4102280 2021 Talon 1000 S2 1HFVE05**M4200001 1HFVE05**M4202760 2020 Talon 1000 S4 1HFVE06**L4000002 1HFVE06**L4003420 2021 Talon 1000 S4 1HFVE06**M4100001 1HFVE06**M4102218 Expanded Recall: : MY Model VIN Start VIN End 2019 Talon 1000 S2 1HFVE05**M4200084 1HFVE05**M4203061 2020 Talon 1000 S4 1HFVE06**M4100121 1HFVE06**M4102580. Recalled by American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance, California. Units affected: About 34,000 (About 32,000 were previously recalled in March 2022).
Why was this product recalled?
The vehicle's intake funnel band screw can loosen and enter the engine through the intake funnel and cause sudden engine failure. If this occurs, it can result in a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled recreational off-highway vehicles and contact an authorized Honda Powersports dealer to schedule an appointment for a free inspection and repair, which includes proper tightening and thread deformation of the intake funnel screw. American Honda is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 12, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 23090.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (23090) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported January 12, 2023. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.