NHTSA Recall 08V412000
NHTSA Campaign Id 08V412000; Date: Aug. 15, 2008
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.
Recalled Vehicles:
2007 Mazda MAZDA6; 2008 Mazda MAZDA6
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly
Manufactured by: Mazda Motor Corp
Affected Units:: 7,200
Recall 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.
How to Fix:
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 Notes:
Mazda recall no. 5008h. Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle 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 28, 2008
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