NHTSA recall 01V183000
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
Honda Civic
Reported Jun 6, 200156,269 vehicles affectedAMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.Built Aug 28, 2000 – Feb 15, 2001
The defect
On certain sedans, a small amount of water may have been left in the fuel pump electrical connector after testing. this residual water could cause the fuel pump to fail due to corrosion.
The risk
If the pump stops working, the engine will stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect the fuel pump. if corrosion IS found, the fuel pump will be replaced. owner notification began june 29, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.