Mazda North American Operations | NHTSA Recall #16V793000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V793000 by Mazda North American Operations. Affecting model year 2004-2008 rx-8 vehicles manufactured april 10, 2003, to february 18, 2008 Includes 69,447 affected units, Fuel Pump Sealing Rings may Leak Fuel, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelsmodel year 2004-2008 rx-8 vehicles manufactured april 10, 2003, to february 18, 2008
Defect 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.
Corrective Action
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.