2012 Acura MDX and Honda Pilot recall: tank assembly
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) reported this safety recall on February 17, 2012. It covers about 8,709 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 8,709
- reported
- Feb 17, 2012
- owners notified
- Mar 13, 2012
- related complaints
- 20
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- As a result, fuel may leak from the tank, increasing the risk of fire.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 12V063000
Affected vehicles
- Acura MDX 2012 2012
- Honda Pilot 2012 2012
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 20 complaints about fuel system problems.
Questions about recall 12V063000
Is there a recall on the 2012 Acura MDX and Honda Pilot tank assembly?
Yes. Recall 12V063000, reported on February 17, 2012, covers about 8,709 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 12V063000?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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