If the fuel gauge displays that the vehicle has more gas than it actually does, the vehicle may run out of gas and stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fuel System, Gasoline — Storage — Tank Assembly

Summary

Acura (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Acura ILX vehicles. The vehicles may have a deformed fuel tank, raising the height of the fuel pump and allowing the fuel level float to stick, possibly causing the fuel gauge to display an inaccurate fuel level.

Actions

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

Documents (13)

• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577) - H3U
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577) - Z3T
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2019-1
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Statement by Acura Regarding Fuel Tank Recall: 2014-2019 Acura ILX
• Recall Acknowledgement
• DEFECT INFORMATION REPORT
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - 01 25 2019 Subject Safety Recall:14-19 Acura ILX Fuel Tank Inspection and/or Fuel Tank Replacement
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2019-2
• Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2019-3
• Recall Quarterly Report #4, 2019-4

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