NHTSA recall 19V569000
Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
Honda CR-V
Reported Aug 1, 2019134 vehicles affectedHonda (American Honda Motor Co.)Maker’s number A5IBuilt Dec 12, 2018 – Jun 27, 2019
The defect
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019 CR-V vehicles. The joint weld between the fuel tank and the vapor return line may have been insufficiently welded, causing the weld to fail.
The risk
The failed weld may allow fuel to leak, increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.
The remedy
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began September 16, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is A5I.