Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—July 19, 2013.
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 insufficient seal may lead 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.
NOTES: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Source: dot.gov
