CarRecallWatch- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
- Problem
- Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 Mazda3 vehicles, equipped with an incorrect exhaust valve spring. The incorrect exhaust valve spring may fail while driving, potentially causing an engine stall.
- Risk
- An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engines and replace any incorrect exhaust valve springs, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 20, 2018. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1717K.
- 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
Certain 2018 Mazda3 vehicles may have an incorrect exhaust valve spring. The spring may fail while driving, which can cause the engine to stall.
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash, particularly if it happens while the vehicle is moving in traffic. Owners should take this recall seriously and have the vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Mazda will notify affected owners. Dealers will inspect the engine and replace any incorrect exhaust valve springs at no cost to you. Owners can also contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 (Mazda recall number 1717K). Check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is included.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Mazda MAZDA3 | 2018 |
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