Civic EX Sedan L4-1668cc 1.7L SOHC (VTEC) MFI (2001)
Technical Service Bulletin # 01-059
Date: 010619
Recall - Fuel Fill Hose Clamp Tightness
01-059
June 19, 2001
Applies To:
2001 Civic - See VEHICLES AFFECTED
Safety Recall: Civic Fuel Fill Hose Clamps
(Supersedes 01-059, dated June 5, 2001)
Updated information is shown by black bars and asterisks.
BACKGROUND
* The clamps for the hose between the fuel fill pipe and the fuel tank may not have been tightened properly. In a severe collision, fuel leakage could
occur and, if there is an ignition source, could result in a fire.*
VEHICLES AFFECTED
CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION
All owners of affected vehicles will be sent a notification of this campaign. An example of the customer notification is shown in this service bulletin.
Some of the affected vehicles are still in dealer inventory. According to Federal law, these vehicles cannot be sold or leased until they are repaired.
* Not all of the vehicles in the listed VIN range are affected by this campaign. Before beginning work, verify that the vehicle is eligible by checking at
least one of the following:
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The customer has a notification letter.
^
The vehicle is shown on your campaign responsibility report.
^
The vehicle is shown as eligible on a VIN Status Inquiry on DCS.*
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Use the supplied tools to inspect the hose clamps for proper tightness. Tighten any hose clamp that does not pass inspection.
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
Operation Number:
310502
Flat Rate Time:
0.4 hour
Failed Part:
P/N 17652-S5A-941
H/C 6567507
Defect Code:
917
Contention Code:
L28
Template ID:
01-059A
Skill Level:
Repair Technician