MAZDA RX-8 2004: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V355000

Make Model Year
MAZDA RX-8 2004
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2017-07-31 2017-06-01 2017-06-02

Production Dates: 2003-04-10 - 2004-05-07

Manufacturers Involved: Mazda Motor Corp.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 1117E

Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 35332

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Mazda North American Operations "Mazda" is recalling certain 2004 Mazda RX-8 vehicles. The ball joint socket on the front suspension lower control arm may crack and the ball joint may separate from the socket.

Consequence

If the ball joint separates, steering control may be lost, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front lower control arms, free of charge. The recall began on July 31, 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1117E.

Notes

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.