MAZDA RX8 2004: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM

Make : MAZDA	Model : RX8	Year : 2004
Build Dates : 2003-04-10 - 2004-05-07
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 17V355000
Date Owner's Notified: 2017-07-31	Date Received by ODI: 2017-06-01	Date Added to Database: 2017-06-02
Manufacturers Involved: Mazda Motor Corp.
Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall:
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 1117E
Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 35332
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.
Report Initiator: MFR		V Report
Regulation Part Number:	Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number:
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.