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Vehicle recall · NHTSA · Published July 9, 2018

ACURA NSX (2017) recall — Fuel System, Gasoline

Honda recalls 2017-2018 Acura NSX models with potential fuel leaks that could cause fire if near ignition sources. Owners must have fuel tanks replaced free by dealers.

🇺🇸 NHTSA recall #18V600000VehicleHonda ›
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What happened, in plain English

Honda is recalling certain 2017-2018 Acura NSX vehicles due to a risk of fuel leaks that could ignite near open flames or sparks. This could lead to fire in normal use if the leak occurs. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1225540-honda-2017-acura-nsx-fuel-leak-recall-fire-risk.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1225540-honda-2017-acura-nsx-fuel-leak-recall-fire-risk · Updated October 6, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #18V600000

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“Honda 2017 Acura NSX Fuel Leak Recall: Fire Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 6, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1225540-honda-2017-acura-nsx-fuel-leak-recall-fire-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #18V600000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V600000).

Why it’s dangerous

The crossover pipe couplers between the left and right fuel tanks may leak. If fuel leaks near an ignition source like a spark or flame, it could ignite and cause a fire.

Who’s affected

Owners of 2017-2018 Acura NSX vehicles are affected. Drivers using these vehicles with the fuel leak risk are most at risk of fire.

How to tell if you have this one

Check your vehicle's year: 2017 or 2018. The recall applies to Acura NSX models with the specific fuel tank crossover pipe couplers that may leak.

  • Brand
    Honda
  • Category
    Vehicle
Based on the official NHTSA remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Contact Honda Customer Service

    Call 1-888-234-2138 to confirm your vehicle is affected and schedule a fuel tank replacement.

  2. Have Fuel Tanks Replaced

    Dealers will replace the left and right fuel tanks free of charge once the recall is confirmed.

Official remedy

What NHTSA says to do

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left and right fuel tanks, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are U29, and Z28.

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Questions people ask

Why is my 2017 Acura NSX being recalled?

The crossover pipe couplers between the left and right fuel tanks may leak, increasing fire risk near ignition sources.

How do I know if my vehicle is affected?

Your vehicle is affected if it's a 2017 or 2018 Acura NSX with the specific fuel tank crossover pipe couplers that may leak.

What should I do if I own a recalled vehicle?

Contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138 to schedule a free fuel tank replacement at a dealer.

Take action

Contact Honda

We’ve drafted a message you can send Honda to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

Subject: Recall 18V600000 — Honda Honda

Hello,

I own a Honda that is covered by recall 18V600000 from Honda.

The official recall notice states: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left and right fuel tanks, free of charge.  The recall began February 12, 2019.  Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.  Honda's numbers for this recall are U29, and Z28.

I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?

Thank you.

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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

  • Official source: NHTSA Recall #18V600000 (July 9, 2018)
  • Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 6, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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