Recall 12V063000: Fuel Tank Inspection/Replacement

VEHICLE MAKE/MODEL: MODEL YEAR(S):

Honda/Pilot 2012

MANUFACTURER: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

MFR'S REPORT DATE: February 16, 2012

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 12V063000

NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: N/A

COMPONENT: Fuel System, Gasoline: Storage: Tank Assembly

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 8,709

SUMMARY:
Honda is recalling certain model year 2012 Pilot vehicles. The Vent Shut Float (VSF) valve case in the fuel tank assembly does not meet the design specifications.

CONSEQUENCE:
As a result, fuel may leak from the tank, increasing the risk of fire.

REMEDY:
Honda will notify owners and dealers will inspect the VSF assembly date and, if necessary, replace the fuel tank assembly, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about March 13, 2012. Owners may contact Honda Customer Service at 1-800-999-1009.

NOTES:
Honda's recall campaign number is S25 and S26. Customers may contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.