Mazda Motor Corp. | NHTSA Recall #08V412000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08V412000 by Mazda Motor Corp.. Includes 7,200 affected units, FUEL TANK OUTSIDE COATING, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Mazda is recalling 7,200 my 2007-2008 mazda6 vehicles with california emission specifications. the metal fuel tanks on the affected vehicles may have had the pvc protective coating on the outside of the fuel tank damaged during the assembly process which may result in reduced corrosion resistance.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the bottom surface of the fuel tank for damage to the protective coating and, if necessary, repair the coating or replace the fuel tank. the recall began on august 28, 2008. owners may contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500, option 2.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08V412000

Manufacturer: Mazda Motor Corp.

Report Received Date: 2008-08-15T00:00:00

Subject: Fuel tank outside coating

Component: Fuel System, Gasoline

Potentially Affected Units: 7,200

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 5008H

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Mazda is recalling 7,200 my 2007-2008 mazda6 vehicles with california emission specifications. the metal fuel tanks on the affected vehicles may have had the pvc protective coating on the outside of the fuel tank damaged during the assembly process which may result in reduced corrosion resistance.

Consequence Summary: This could lead to perforation of the fuel tank, causing fuel leakage. fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the bottom surface of the fuel tank for damage to the protective coating and, if necessary, repair the coating or replace the fuel tank. the recall began on august 28, 2008. owners may contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500, option 2.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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SID: row-xfnp_dc73-id6w

NHTSA ID: 08V412000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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