The problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Acura MDX, 2015-2019 Acura TLX and 2015-2017 Honda Accord vehicles, equipped with a 3.5L V6 engine. Particulates in fuel may adhere to the internal components of the fuel pump, reducing its performance.
The risk
Reduced fuel pump performance can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of crash.
The fix
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the fuel injection engine control unit (FI-ECU) software and, if necessary, replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2019. Owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's recall number for this recall is P3W. Honda's recall number for this recall is N3X.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 19V-060 (19V060000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | N3X, P3W |
| Manufacturer | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
| Component | Fuel system, other › Delivery › Fuel pump |
| Report date | January 29, 2019 |
| Owners notified | March 25, 2019 |
| Vehicles affected | 437,032 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the fuel & propulsion system
- 2016 Acura MDX fuel system problems 32
- 2017 Acura MDX fuel system problems 19
- 2018 Acura MDX fuel system problems 51
- 2015 Acura TLX fuel system problems 21
- 2016 Acura TLX fuel system problems 13
- 2017 Acura TLX fuel system problems 10
- 2018 Acura TLX fuel system problems 15
- 2019 Acura TLX fuel system problems 27
- 2015 Honda Accord fuel system problems 39
- 2016 Honda Accord fuel system problems 44
- 2017 Honda Accord fuel system problems 65
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 19V-060 repair free?
Yes. Acura dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the fuel injection engine control unit (FI-ECU) software and, if necessary, replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2019. Owners may contact customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 437,032 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.