2005 Mazda Rx-8 | 2004 Mazda Rx-8 | 2006 Mazda Rx-8 | 2007 Mazda Rx-8 | 2008 Mazda Rx-8 — Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
Published October 31, 2016 · Recall initiated: October 31, 2016
Summary
NHTSA records recall 16V793000, published October 31, 2016. Recalling firm: Mazda Motor Corp.; 2005 Mazda Rx-8 | 2004 Mazda Rx-8 | 2006 Mazda Rx-8 | 2007 Mazda Rx-8 | 2008 Mazda Rx-8 — Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- MAZDA
- Model
- RX-8
- Manufacturer
- Mazda Motor Corp.
- Lot
- 2005 MAZDA RX-8 | 2004 MAZDA RX-8 | 2006 MAZDA RX-8 | 2007 MAZDA RX-8 | 2008 MAZDA RX-8
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2005 Mazda Rx-8 | 2004 Mazda Rx-8 | 2006 Mazda Rx-8 | 2007 Mazda Rx-8 | 2008 Mazda Rx-8 — Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 16V793000 on October 31, 2016. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MAZDA. Model: RX-8.