MAZDA MAZDA3 2018: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V745000
Make | Model | Year |
---|---|---|
MAZDA | MAZDA3 | 2018 |
Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
2018-01-22 | 2017-11-21 | 2017-11-27 |
Production Dates: 2017-10-09 - 2017-10-18
Manufacturers Involved: Mazda Motor Corp.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 1717K
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 144
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Mazda North American Operations "Mazda" is recalling certain 2018 Mazda3 vehicles, equipped with an incorrect exhaust valve spring. The incorrect exhaust valve spring may fail while driving, potentially causing an engine stall.
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engines and replace any incorrect exhaust valve springs, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 20, 2018. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1717K.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.