DLR MSG - 2005-2

2005‐10 Odyssey Fuel Pump Module Leak Safety Recall Q&A
Prolonged exposure to acidic chemicals, which are present in some car wash formulas and the general environment, along
with high ambient temperatures, may cause the cover of the fuel strainer to deteriorate prematurely, resulting in cracks in
What is the reason for this recall?
the material. Cracks in the cover of the fuel strainer, which is located on the top of the fuel tank, could lead to a fuel smell
being present or, in extreme cases, to leaking fuel, increasing the risk of fire.
What is the fuel strainer made of
that acid can weaken it?
The fuel strainer is made of a special plastic material. The original design allowed moisture to pool on the cover, which
could trap and concentrate acidic substances as the moisture evaporated. When combined with high temperatures and
regular pressurization of the fuel tank, the weakened material can potentially crack, allowing fuel vapor to escape.
Please explain how acid causes
the deterioration.
How can a crack in the strainer
Liquid gasoline sloshes around the fuel tank while the car is moving, and a small amount of fuel could make its way out of a
near the top of the fuel tank lead
crack in the strainer, gather on top of the fuel tank, and run down to drip on the ground.
to a fuel leak?
Is there an ignition source on the
vehicle near where the fuel could No. While a fire is unlikely, external ignition sources are a concern (i.e. cigarettes, etc.).
leak that could cause a fire?
What will be done to repair
recalled vehicles?
What is different about the
updated fuel strainer?
How long will the fuel strainer
replacement take?
A Honda dealer will replace the fuel strainer, which is located on the top of the fuel tank, with an updated part.
The updated fuel strainer is shaped differently to make it less susceptible to this problem.
Customers should ask their dealers for a time estimate when making an appointment for repair, as each dealer’s daily
schedule is different.
The fuel strainer replacement itself takes under 2 hours.
How did Honda discover this
Warranty claims at dealers for the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) and complaints of a fuel vapor smell revealed this
problem?
issue.
Is this a supplier issue or a Honda
The issue is Honda’s responsibility.
design issue?
Initial customer notification letters will be mailed from late‐April to early‐May 2014. Additionally, at that time, owners will
be able to check their vehicle recall status online at www.recalls.honda.com.
When will customers be notified?
When updated repair parts become available in the summer of 2014, secondary notification letters will be sent, inviting
owners of affected vehicles to make appointments for repair.
What should a customer do if
their vehicle is experiencing a
problem now?
If a customer is currently experiencing a MIL (aka “Check Engine Light”) or a fuel smell or visible leak, they should contact a
Honda dealer as soon as possible to schedule an inspection.
What if a vehicle requires repair
before updated parts are
available?
Vehicles currently experiencing a leak from the fuel pump strainer will be repaired with an original (not updated)
replacement fuel pump strainer to temporarily resolve the issue, as the cracks in the cover take a prolonged period to
develop. Once the newly designed replacement parts become available in the summer, these vehicles will need to return
for a permanent repair.
Are all 2005‐2010 Odysseys part
of this recall?
Is there a potential to include
other vehicles in the future?
Yes. All 2005‐2010 Odyssey minivans sold in the US are included in this recall.
We are confident that we have identified all of the potentially affected vehicles and do not expect to add any in the future.
Where were these vehicles built? Lincoln, Alabama
How many countries does this
affect?
How many vehicles are affected
by this recall?
The majority of included vehicles are in North America (US, Canada and Mexico) with a small number sold in the
Caribbean, South America, and the Middle East.
US: ~887,000
Canada: ~64,000
Mexico: ~24,000
Other markets: ~7,600