CarRecallWatch- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
- Problem
- Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2016 Mazda3 vehicles manufactured September 24, 2015, to October 16, 2015. During manufacturing, the fuel tanks for the affected vehicles may have deformed, resulting in a fuel leak from the recirculation pipe welded connection.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Mazda will notify owners, and depending on the tank lot number, dealers will inspect the recirculation pipe weld, replacing the fuel tank, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2016. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 0216I.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Some 2016 Mazda3 vehicles built between September 24 and October 16, 2015 may have fuel tanks that deformed during manufacturing. This can cause a fuel leak at the welded connection of the recirculation pipe.
Fuel leaking near a source of ignition raises the risk of a fire. Owners of affected vehicles should take this recall seriously and have it addressed promptly.
Mazda will notify owners. Depending on the fuel tank lot number, an authorized dealer will inspect the recirculation pipe weld and replace the fuel tank if needed, at no cost to you. You can contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, and you can check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Mazda MAZDA3 | 2016 |
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