Gowan Distributors Limited, the official Honda distributor in Ireland, has announced a voluntary recall of several Honda models due to a defect in the high-pressure fuel pump. The recall affects 244 vehicles in the Republic of Ireland, including the Civic, Civic Type R, ZR-V, and CR-V, produced between October 2021 and August 2024.
Affected Vehicles
The recall applies to 244 Honda vehicles manufactured during the following period:
- 01 October 2021 – 31 August 2024
Affected models include:
- Honda Civic
- Honda Civic Type R
- Honda ZR-V
- Honda CR-V
Details of the Fault
The recall concerns the high-pressure fuel pump, where cracks inside the pump may occur. Over time, these cracks can cause fuel to leak, creating a hazardous condition.
Risks
The main risk is that fuel leakage may come into contact with hot engine components, which could ignite and cause a fire. This poses a serious safety hazard to both vehicle occupants and other road users.
What Owners Should Do
Honda Ireland will contact all affected owners directly with instructions to arrange inspection and repair at authorised Honda dealerships. Repairs will be carried out free of charge.
If you own one of the listed models produced between October 2021 and August 2024, you should:
- Wait for official notification from Honda Ireland, or
- Proactively contact your local Honda dealer to confirm whether your vehicle is affected
How to Check if Your Car is Affected
You can check whether your Honda is included in this recall by:
- Visiting the Honda Ireland website
- Entering your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) in the recall checker
- Contacting Honda Ireland customer service or your local dealership
Official Sources
- Issuing Authority: Gowan Distributors Limited (Honda Ireland)
- Publication Date: 09 January 2025
- Honda Ireland Official Website
- Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) – Vehicle Recall Notices
FAQs
Which Honda models are affected?
Honda Civic, Civic Type R, ZR-V, and CR-V models produced between 01 October 2021 and 31 August 2024.
What is the risk?
Cracks in the high-pressure fuel pump may cause fuel leaks, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.
Is the repair free?
Yes. All recall-related inspections and repairs will be carried out free of charge by Honda Ireland.
Disclaimer
This article is based on official recall information published by Gowan Distributors Limited (Honda Ireland) and the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC). All details, including production dates and number of vehicles affected, apply only to the Republic of Ireland.
