Honda Vietnam to recall cars over fuel pump issue
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Honda Vietnam has announced it would recall 27,640 locally assembled and imported vehicles to resolve a fuel pump malfunction.
The affected models are City (8,626 units), Civic (3,624 units), CR-V (10,687 units), HR-V (3,630 units), Jazz (630 units) and Accord (442 units) made in 2019. Out of nearly 28,000 defective vehicles, 19,014 were locally assembled, with the rest imported from Thailand. The recall will start this Wednesday.
Faults related to the fuel pump installed in these vehicles may involve defective impellers. Over time, the pump may crack, deform and prevent the engine from starting or stalling.
At present, there is no record of safety threats due to the fuel pump error in the Vietnamese market. Vehicle owners are advised to visit authorized dealerships to have their engines checked.
Replacements will be made when spare parts become available. Spare parts and related services would be completely free of charge. For vehicles imported through non-genuine import dealerships, in case customers request, Honda Vietnam would still provide relevant information.
Honda was the fourth best-selling auto brand in Vietnam in the first quarter of this year with 6,782 units sold, up 24.7 percent year-on-year.
Questions & Answers
Q.Which specific Honda models and production year are affected by this recall?
Which specific Honda models and production year are affected by this recall?
The recall affects City, Civic, CR-V, HR-V, Jazz, and Accord models that were made in 2019. These vehicles have been identified as having a potential fuel pump malfunction.
Q.What is the nature of the fuel pump defect and its potential consequences for drivers?
What is the nature of the fuel pump defect and its potential consequences for drivers?
Faults are related to defective impellers in the fuel pump. Over time, this component may crack or deform, which could prevent the engine from starting or cause it to stall during operation.
Q.Will vehicle owners incur any costs for the inspection and replacement of the faulty fuel pump?
Will vehicle owners incur any costs for the inspection and replacement of the faulty fuel pump?
No, vehicle owners will not incur any costs. Honda Vietnam has stated that spare parts and all related services for the fuel pump issue would be provided completely free of charge.
Q.What is the recall status for vehicles that were not imported through official Honda dealerships?
What is the recall status for vehicles that were not imported through official Honda dealerships?
Honda Vietnam will still provide relevant information to customers with vehicles imported through non-genuine dealerships, should they request it. This indicates a level of support even for unofficial imports.
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