NHTSA Recall # | 59258 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 05V317000 |
MFG Compaign # | 3305G |
Manufacturer | MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS |
Supplier | MAZDA |
Brand | MAZDA |
Model | RX-8 |
Model Year | 2004 |
Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
Date of notification | 30/08/05 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 10/04/03 |
End date of manufacturing | 07/07/05 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 07/07/05 |
Report created | 14/07/05 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 52000 |
Defect summary | If certain passenger vehicles are parked and the engine is operated at high rpm's for an excessive length of time, some of the parts around the exhaust system can melt and produce a variety of malfunctions. Problems caused by the excessive heat build-up can range from inoperative oxygen sensor, neutral switch and back up lights, problems with the parking brakes, malfunctions of the gas gauge and/or possible fuel leaks resulting from heat damage to the fuel tank. |
Consequence summary | Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. |
Corrective action | Dealers will inspect and replace parts. The recall began on august 30, 2005. Owners may contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500. |
Recall notes | Mazda recall no. 3305g. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www. Safercar. Gov. |