Are you an owner of a Honda which has 2018 as the manufacturing year? If you’re not sure, do refer to the car’s registration certificate (RC) or the invoice. Why? Well, the Indian arm of the Japanese carmaker has triggered a voluntary recall for a total of 65,651 units produced in 2018. The company wants to inspect for a possible problem with the fuel pump. To be more precise, these vehicles may contain defective impellers, which could result in engine stopping or not starting at all.

Two of Honda’s bestsellers in India – Amaze and City – account for nearly 75 per cent of the total recall count. Here’s the bifurcation:

Honda dealers will begin contacting owners of possibly affected vehicles individually. The whole process, which consists of inspection and replacement of the faulty component(s), will come into effect from June 20, 2020. As is the case with voluntary recalls, Honda will bear the costs for this activity. Customers will not have to pay anything.

One question that might have popped in your head is how Honda dealerships will enforce social distancing and other safety protocols in these troubled times? The answer is simple: no Honda dealer will entertain any customer without prior appointment. It will help practice safety norms better, for both the Honda personnel and the customers. Another challenging factor is the reduced workforce in confined spaces. Dealers will be able to plan their jobs accordingly.

Couldn’t find your car’s RC or the invoice? To check whether your vehicle is part of the recall, you can visit Honda’s website and enter the alpha-numeric VIN (Vehicle Identification Number). You can find it at the bottom-right corner of the front windshield (when looked from outside). If that’s not possible, call your nearest dealer and get a confirmation.