2015-2023 Honda Fuel Pump Recall (NHTSA 23V-858)

Why This Matters

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) has identified a critical safety concern with the fuel pump in certain 2015-2023 Honda and Acura vehicles. A failing fuel pump can lead to an engine stall while driving. This significantly increases the risk of a crash, posing a serious safety hazard to vehicle occupants and others on the road.

What's Being Recalled

This recall, identified by NHTSA ID 23V858000 and Honda's internal numbers KGC and KGD, addresses a defect where the fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail. This issue affects a wide range of Honda and Acura models from 2015 to 2023. This 2018 Honda Civic recall is an expansion of earlier recall campaigns, specifically NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314, indicating a broader scope of affected vehicles.

The component in question is the FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP, which includes the fuel pump module.

How to Check if Your Vehicle is Affected

Owners of 2015-2023 Honda and Acura vehicles should check if their specific model is included in this recall. This includes various models such as the Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Insight, Passport, Clarity PHEV, Fit, Pilot, and Accord Hybrid, as well as Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, and NSX.

You can determine if your vehicle is part of this 2018 Honda Civic recall by contacting Honda customer service or visiting the NHTSA website and entering your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).

Manufacturer's Remedy

To resolve this safety concern, Honda dealers will replace the faulty fuel pump module. This repair will be performed free of charge to the owner. Owner notification letters for this recall were mailed on September 6, 2024.

Owners who believe their vehicle is affected or have questions can contact Honda customer service directly at 1-888-234-2138. For additional information or to file a complaint, you may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA ID 23V858000