Recall 12V063000: 2012 Acura MDX, 2012 Honda Pilot
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Feb 17, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 8,709
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Honda is recalling certain model year 2012 pilot and acura mdx vehicles. The vent shut float (vsf) valve case in the fuel tank assembly does not meet the design specifications.
The risk
As a result, fuel may leak from the tank, increasing the risk of fire.
The fix
Honda will notify owners and dealers will inspect the vsf assembly date and, if necessary, replace the fuel tank assembly, free of charge. The safety recall began on march 13, 2012. Owners may contact honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009.
Notes
Honda's recall campaign number is s25 and s26.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 12V063000
- Manufacturer campaign
- S25, S26
- Manufacturer
- HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)
- Owner letters
- Mar 13, 2012
- Components
- Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly (Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology