Acura MDX (2016) Fuel Leak Fire Recall: Stop Using Now
Acura is recalling 2016 MDX vehicles with fuel tank leaks that could cause fire. Owners must stop using and get free fuel tank replacements.
Stop using this now
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
What happened, in plain English
Acura is recalling 2016 MDX vehicles with fuel tanks that may leak fuel near ignition sources, risking fire. Owners must stop using the vehicle and get free fuel tank replacements. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1226524-acura-mdx-2016-fuel-leak-fire-recall-stop-using-now.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1226524-acura-mdx-2016-fuel-leak-fire-recall-stop-using-now · Updated October 9, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #16V417000
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“Acura MDX (2016) Fuel Leak Fire Recall: Stop Using Now.” GovInfoNow, updated October 9, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1226524-acura-mdx-2016-fuel-leak-fire-recall-stop-using-now. Based on NHTSA recall #16V417000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=16V417000).
Why it’s dangerous
Fuel leaks from poorly welded fuel tanks can ignite if they come into contact with sparks or flames. This fire hazard occurs when the leaking fuel reaches an ignition source.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2016 Acura MDX 4WD vehicles and other affected models from 2015-2016. Drivers most at risk are those who park near ignition sources like gas stations.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your vehicle has a 2016 Acura MDX 4WD model or other affected models listed in the recall notice. The recall covers 2015-2016 Honda Odyssey and Pilot models too.
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What to do — step by step
Stop Using Vehicle Now
Immediately stop using the vehicle as fuel leaks could ignite near ignition sources.
Contact Honda Customer Service
Call 1-888-234-2138 to schedule a free fuel tank replacement.
What NHTSA says to do
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tanks, free of charge. Owners may contact Honda/Acura customer service at 1-888-234-2138. The recall began on July 29, 2016. Honda's numbers for this recall are KA9 (Honda vehicles) and KB0 (Acura vehicles).
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
2 dated steps over 39 days.
- Recall began
- NHTSA received the defect report
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
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Where this comes from
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 #16V417000 (September 6, 2016)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 9, 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.
- GovInfoNow is an independent service and is not a government agency. We republish official NHTSA recall data; we don’t issue, amend or administer recalls.