Honda recalls select 2013 Accords over fuel tank neck

Jul 21, 2013 0 Replies

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Report Receipt Date: JUL 08, 2013 NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V297000 Component(s): FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Potential Number of Units Affected: 1,659



Details:



SUMMARY: American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain model year



2013 Accord vehicles that are Low-Emission Vehicle (LEV) II rated that were manufactured January 15, 2013, through April 5, 2013. The fuel tank neck may be out of specification causing the fuel pump to not properly seal to the fuel tank.

CONSEQUENCE: An insufficent seal may led to a fuel leak which increases the risk of a fire.



REMEDY: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, nut and O-ring gasket free of charge. The recall is expected to begin August 1, 2013. Honda's recall number is JA9. Owners may contact Honda at 1-310-783-2000.


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