NHTSA recall 17V354000
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
Mazda RX-8
Reported Jun 1, 201769,447 vehicles affectedMazda North American OperationsMaker’s number 1017EBuilt Apr 10, 2003 – Feb 18, 2008
The defect
Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 RX-8 vehicles. Heat from the engine and the exhaust may cause the main fuel pump pipe to crack.
The risk
If the fuel pump pipe cracks, fuel may leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
The remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump filter kit, free of charge. The recall began on July 31, 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1017E.