Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Manufacturer
HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)
What Happened
The fuel tank in your vehicle is the part that stores gasoline. Unfortunately, some of these tanks were made incorrectly, which could lead to a safety issue.
Risk if Unfixed
If you're in a crash, the fuel tank could get damaged and start leaking fuel. If a spark is present, this could cause a fire.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty fuel tank with a new one, free of charge. You should contact them to schedule the repair as soon as possible.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, SOME FUEL TANKS WERE IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IN A CRASH, THE FUEL TANK COULD BE DAMAGED AND LEAK FUEL. FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS REPLACED THE FUEL TANK. ALL OWNERS WERE NOTIFIED BY TELEPHONE ON NOVEMBER 10, 2004.
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