MAZDA RX8 2004: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
| Make : MAZDA | Model : RX8 | Year : 2004 |
| Build Dates : 2003-04-10 - 2008-02-08 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 16V793000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2017-07-31 | Date Received by ODI: 2016-10-31 | Date Added to Database: 2016-10-31 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Mazda Motor Corp. | ||
| Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall: | ||
| Manufacturer Campaign Number: 1017E | ||
| Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 69447 | ||
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Summary:
Mazda North America Operations "Mazda" is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 RX-8 vehicles manufactured April 10, 2003, to February 18, 2008. The affected vehicles have fuel pump sealing rings that may deteriorate due to exposure to heat from the engine or exhaust pipe. |
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Consequence:
The deteriorated seals may leak fuel, which, in the presence of an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire. |
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Remedy:
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump sealing ring set and add a thermal insulation pad to the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began July 31, 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 0516J. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | V Report | |
| Regulation Part Number: | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | |
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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. |
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