Honda Recalls Nearly 900,000 Odyssey Minivans Over Fuel Strainer Problem
A recall affecting close to 900,000 Honda Odyssey minivans has been issued. According to the statement released on March 16 by the auto manufacturing giant Honda, the affected models in the recall are from 2005 to 2010.
Honda said the models will have their fuel strainer replaced, free of charge. According to Honda, the strainers have the potential to be easily damaged and may cause fuel to leak from the gas tank.
The press release states constant exposure to the acidic chemicals, which is found in the environment and some car wash formulas, as well as high temperatures, can cause the fuel strainer cover to prematurely weaken, resulting in cracks. Honda said the cracks in the fuel container’s cover could cause the presence of a fuel smell, or in a worst case scenario leak fuel and increase the possibility of a fire.
Honda stressed that no-fire related incident or injuries were reported. The fuel strainer issue was found during a warranty repair practice. As a matter of precaution, the company was notifying owners of the affected models through letters, telling them about the issue and how to get the problem fixed.
Due to the fact that the Odyssey models are no longer being made, the supply for new fuel strainers is tight, and there may not be enough to fix the problem. Those who don’t get a replacement strainer will need to wait until the summertime.
Honda said affected vehicle owners would be notified initially in late April to early May. Odyssey owners can learn if their particular vehicle will need the replacement part by calling 1-800-999-1009 and choosing option 4 or by visiting www.recalls.honda.com.
Honda said an additional notice will be mailed out in the summer when updated parts are available for owners’ vehicles and inviting them to take their vehicle for repair to a Honda dealer.
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