Recall
Honda Accord — 13V297000
NHTSA ID
13V297000
Make
Honda
Model
Accord
Years Affected
2013
Recall Date
2013-07-08
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Units Affected
1,659
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
JA9
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 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.