CarRecallWatch- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Problem
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Acura MDX, 2015-2019 Acura TLX and 2015-2017 Honda Accord vehicles, equipped with a 3.5L V6 engine. Particulates in fuel may adhere to the internal components of the fuel pump, reducing its performance.
- Risk
- Reduced fuel pump performance can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of crash.
- Remedy
- Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the fuel injection engine control unit (FI-ECU) software and, if necessary, replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2019. Owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's recall number for this recall is P3W. Honda's recall number for this recall is N3X.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Particulates in the fuel can build up on internal parts of the fuel pump, reducing its performance. In these vehicles, which are equipped with a 3.5L V6 engine, this can cause the engine to stall, which raises the risk of a crash.
Honda will notify owners. Authorized dealers will update the fuel injection engine control unit (FI-ECU) software and, if necessary, replace the fuel pump. The repair is free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2019. You can check whether your vehicle is affected by entering your VIN for open recalls, or contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Acura MDX | 201620172018 |
|---|---|
| Acura TLX | 20152016201720182019 |
| Honda Accord | 201520162017 |