NHTSA Recall 16V793000
NHTSA Campaign Id 16V793000; Date: Oct. 31, 2016
The deteriorated seals may leak fuel, which, in the presence of an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2004 Mazda Rx-8; 2005 Mazda Rx-8; 2006 Mazda Rx-8; 2007 Mazda Rx-8; 2008 Mazda Rx-8
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump
Manufactured by: Mazda North American Operations
Affected Units:: 69,447
Recall 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.
How to Fix:
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.
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: Jul 31, 2017
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