CarRecallWatch- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- The deteriorated seals may leak fuel, which, in the presence of an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- 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.
- 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
The fuel pump sealing rings on these vehicles may deteriorate over time from exposure to heat from the engine or exhaust pipe. Deteriorated seals can leak fuel, and in the presence of an ignition source, this increases the risk of a fire.
Mazda will notify affected owners. Dealers will replace the fuel pump sealing ring set and add a thermal insulation pad to the fuel tank at no cost to you. Check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your car is included.
To learn more, contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 and reference recall number 0516J.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Mazda RX-8 | 20042005200620072008 |
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