Issue ID | 1600147 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11254846 |
Manufacurer | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) |
Brand | HONDA |
Model | FIT |
Model Year | 2013 |
File date | 11/09/19 |
Component | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Vehicle had 70,000 miles on it, started smelling fuel in the cabin which gave me a headache while at a stop/idle/low speed with recirculated hvac off. Reading similar complaints about this odor it seems common for honda fit spark plugs to loosen and back out. Mechanic was contracted to inspect and replace the plugs and did not need a wrench to remove spark plug 2, it was covered in carbon. Replacing and re-torquing the spark plugs corrected the issue. If i was not proactive and found this seemingly common problem in the forums it could have led to a blown out plug stripping the engine head and caused a stall out condition. This vehicle has never had engine work and was 25,000 miles from spark plug service, it should not have been so loose. I am not the only one that has had this issue that could end in serious engine damage based on posts i have read. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 70000 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | ROYAL OAK, MI |
VIN pattern | JHMGE8H57DCXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 29/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 0 |
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