NHTSA Recall 19V569000
Filed by Honda (American Honda Motor Co.). Component: Fuel System, Gasoline. Reported 2019-08-01. An estimated 134 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019 CR-V vehicles. The joint weld between the fuel tank and the vapor return line may have been insufficiently welded, causing the weld to fail.
Risk
The failed weld may allow fuel to leak, increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.
What the manufacturer will do
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began September 16, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is A5I.
Manufacturer campaign number: A5I
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.