NHTSA Recall 14V170000
NHTSA Campaign Id 14V170000; Date: Apr. 3, 2014
If the tank is overfilled, gas may flow into the charcoal canister (an evaporative emissions component) and possibly leak from the canister's external vent, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2014 Mazda MAZDA6
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly
Manufactured by: Mazda North American Operations
Affected Units:: 19,000
Recall Summary:
Mazda north America operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2014 mazda6 vehicles manufactured October 25, 2012, through may 9, 2013. In the affected vehicles, it is possible to fill the fuel tank beyond its rated capacity.
How to Fix:
Mazda will notify owners and dealers will inspect and add an adapter to the shut off valve in the fuel tank and also inspect the charcoal canister for the presence of gasoline, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on may 19, 2014. Owners may contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 7414d.
Recall 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 19, 2014
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