Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) – Possible Fuel Tank Leak

American Honda Motor Co. (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.


Report Received Date 07/08/2013
NHTSA ID 13V297000
Consequence Summary An insufficent seal may led to a fuel leak which increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action 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.
Recall Code JA9
Potentially Affected 1659
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=13V297000)