NHTSA Recall 05V325000
NHTSA Campaign Id 05V325000; Date: Jul. 20, 2005
In severe driving conditions, the ball may separate from the ball joint socket and a loss of steering may occur, which could result in a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2004 Mazda Rx-8
Component: Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Ball Joint
Manufactured by: Mazda North American Operations
Affected Units:: 27,800
Recall Summary:
On certain passenger vehicles, due to improper forging of the lower control arm, cracks may occur in the ball joint socket.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the control arms. The recall began on August 30, 2005. Owners may contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500.
Recall Notes:
Mazda recall no. 3405g. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236; (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Aug 30, 2005
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