Honda has announced a recall for a couple hundred 2020 CR-V models in the United States due to an issue with the fuel pump.
A notice from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reveals that a clip for the absorber used inside the fuel tank was insufficiently welded during production. As such, the absorber clip can separate and impede the path of the fuel pump float arm.
Honda says an impeded fuel pump float arm will not accurately display fuel level on the fuel gauge, potentially resulting in an unexpected engine stall from fuel starvation. It could also prevent the engine from starting, increasing the risk of a crash without prior warning.
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Supplier records reveal that the insufficient welding occurred during one shift of fuel tank production where the stopper that controls weld depth was not set to specification. Honda first received a warranty claim related to the issue in July 2021 and alongside the fuel tank supplier, began to analyze the failed part. Honda has received six additional warranty claims relating to a no-start condition, fuel gauge inaccuracy, or engine stalling incidents.
A total of 212 Honda CR-V models are involved in the recall. These vehicles were manufactured between September 24, 2020 and September 29, 2020.
Owners of impacted vehicles will be contacted by mail and instructed to take their CR-V to an authorized Honda dealer who will replace the fuel tank for free. Owners who have paid to have these repairs completed will be eligible for reimbursement. Dealers were notified of the recall on May 27 while owners will be notified on or around July 5.
