Honda Recalls 2011 Civics Due to Fuel Pump Defect Risking Fire
Honda is recalling 2011 Civic vehicles because a defective fuel pump module may leak fuel during a rollover, increasing the risk of fire.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural defect in the fuel system that could lead to fuel leakage and fire, meeting the criteria for a structural vehicle defect or significant injury/property-damage risk.
Plain-English summary
Honda is recalling certain 2011 Honda Civic vehicles to address a defect in the fuel pump module. The fuel pump module contains a roll-over valve (ROV) designed to prevent fuel from leaking into the evaporative emissions canister during a rollover incident. However, improper ultrasonic welding of the plastic case housing the ROV may cause the material to break or crack. This failure can cause the ROV to separate from the case and stop functioning, increasing the risk of fuel leakage in a rollover.
If fuel leaks and comes into contact with an ignition source, it could result in a fire. The recall affects 18,056 vehicles. Dealers will inspect the fuel pump module and replace it free of charge if necessary. The safety recall began on April 25, 2011. Owners may contact Honda Customer Service at 1-800-999-1009 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- HONDA CIVIC
- Brand
- HONDA
- Manufacturer
- HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)
- Category
- Vehicle — Fuel System
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 18,056
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (1)
- CIVIC
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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