Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
ACURA
Model Of Vehicle
MDX
Year
2012
Recall Campaign Number
12V063000
Component Description
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly
Effect Of Defect
As A Result, Fuel May Leak From The Tank, Increasing The Risk Of Fire.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Start Of Manufacture
20111215
End Of Manufacture
20120109
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
8709
Date Owners Notified
20120313
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Date Report Received
20120217
Make Campaign Number
S25, S26