Honda Recalls Over 200,000 Passport, Pilot SUVs Due to Fuel Leakage Problem

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Honda is recalling over 200,000 SUVs in the United States due to a fuel leak concern, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

The recall, which covers 205,760 vehicles, is because the fuel filler pipe and fuel filler pipe may separate, allowing fuel to leak. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire, NHTSA said.

The recall affects certain 2023-24 Passport and 2023-25 ​​Pilot vehicles, according to NHTSA. Dealers will inspect and repair the fuel filler neck and pipe as needed, free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be sent on January 6, 2025, and owners can contact Honda Customer Service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda’s number for this recall is OKM.

Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

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General Motors recalls over 132,000 Chevrolet, GMC trucks due to tailgate problem

Another recall issued this week was of General Motors. GM is recalling more than 132,000 trucks equipped with liftgates that can be unlocked, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Tuesday.

The recall is due to the tailgate’s electronic gate release switch potentially shorting due to water ingress, which could result in the tailgate inadvertently releasing while the vehicle is in park, according to the NHTSA recall notice.

The recall affects certain vehicles with power tailgates in the following models:

  • 2024 Chevrolet Silverado HD 2500
  • 2024 Chevrolet Silverado HD 3500
  • 2024 GMC Sierra HD 2500
  • 2024 GMC Sierra HD 3500

Owners are advised to check that the tailgate is closed and locked before driving, according to NHTSA.

Dealers will replace the exterior touchpad switch assemblies free of charge, and owner notifications are expected to be sent on Jan. 13, 2025, NHTSA said. Owners can contact Chevrolet Customer Service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC Customer Service at 1-800-462-8782.

Check if your car has been recalled

Car owners who want to check the status of their vehicles can enter their information in NHTSA recall check or check USA TODAY’s auto and motor vehicle recall database.

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