Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
MAZDA
Model Of Vehicle
RX-8
Year
2005
Recall Campaign Number
16V793000
Component Description
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump
Effect Of Defect
The Deteriorated Seals May Leak Fuel, Which, In The Presence Of An Ignition Source, Can Increase The Risk Of A Fire.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mazda North American Operations
Start Of Manufacture
20030410
End Of Manufacture
20080208
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
69447
Date Owners Notified
20170731
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mazda Motor Corp.
Date Report Received
20161031
Make Campaign Number
1017E