The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·19V052000·Announced 2019-01-24

Acura Recalls 2014-2019 ILX Vehicles for Fuel Tank Defect

Acura is recalling 2014-2019 ILX vehicles because a deformed fuel tank may cause the fuel gauge to display inaccurate levels, potentially leading to stalling and crashes.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where the defect can lead to stalling and increased crash risk, but no specific injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Acura (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Acura ILX vehicles due to a defect in the fuel tank assembly. The vehicles may have a deformed fuel tank that raises the height of the fuel pump, which can allow the fuel level float to stick. This issue may cause the fuel gauge to display an inaccurate fuel level.

If the fuel gauge indicates that the vehicle has more fuel than it actually does, the vehicle may run out of gas and stall. This condition increases the risk of a crash. The recall affects 4,455 vehicles.

Acura will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the fuel tank free of charge. The recall began on March 14, 2019. Owners may contact Acura customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is H3U, Z3T. 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.

The recalled product

Product
ACURA ILX
Brand
ACURA
Manufacturer
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Category
Vehicle — Fuel System
Hazard
Affected units
4,455

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)

  • ILX

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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