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Acura TLX fuel tank weld may leak fuel
critical How serious is it? About this label
A fuel leak near a source of ignition increases the risk of a fire. The notice does not tell owners to stop driving.
Key facts
| NHTSA campaign number | 24V950000 |
|---|---|
| Reported to NHTSA | Dec 19, 2024 |
| Manufacturer | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
| Part affected | Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly |
| Vehicles covered | 3 model/year combinations, model years 2021–2023 |
| Do-not-drive advisory | No |
| Park-outside advisory | No |
| Repair | Free at any franchised dealer |
What's wrong, in plain English
Certain Acura TLX cars have a fuel filler neck and fuel tank that may not have been welded together properly during manufacturing. This improper welding can allow fuel to leak out of the tank. A fuel leak is a serious problem on its own, and it becomes especially dangerous if it happens near a possible source of ignition.
What you should do
2. Contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138, or your Acura dealer, to schedule the repair.
3. The dealer will replace the fuel tank assembly at no cost to you.
Where do I find my VIN, and what do I tell the dealer?
Your VIN is the 17-character code on the lower left of the windshield, on your registration and usually on your insurance card. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether this recall is still open on your car. When you call the dealer, say you have an open safety recall and give them NHTSA campaign number 24V950000. More in how recalls work.
Affected vehicles (3)
Who to contact
Acura — official Acura recall lookup
Customer service: 1-888-234-2138
The bigger picture
- Acura Fuel System Recalls Involving Stalling, Leaks and Gauge Errors · all 6 Acura recalls in this area
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Official notice
- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
- Summary
- Acura (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021-2023 TLX vehicles. The fuel filler neck and fuel tank may have been improperly welded, which can result in a fuel leak.
- Safety risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel tank assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is JKX.
Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.