NHTSA recall 03V531000
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery
Mazda MAZDA6
Reported Dec 16, 200356,700 vehicles affectedMAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONSMaker’s number 1403LBuilt Oct 2, 2002 – Aug 6, 2003
The defect
On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel sender unit (fsu) may have been improperly installed in the fuel tank, producing an inadequate seal, and fuel may leak.
The risk
A fire could occur in the presence of an ignition source.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect the top of the fuel tank, and if necessary, repair or replace it. owner notification began february 9, 2004. owners should contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.