NHTSA Campaign 13V297000

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Issued by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · Reported Jul 8, 2013 · 1,659 vehicles affected

What's wrong

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 began during August 2013. Honda's recall number is JA9. Owners may contact Honda at 1-310-783-2000.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
HONDA ACCORD 2013 1,659

Source: NHTSA Campaign 13V297000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.