NHTSA recall 17V355000
Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower arm
Mazda RX-8
Reported Jun 1, 201735,332 vehicles affectedMazda North American OperationsMaker’s number 1117EBuilt Apr 10, 2003 – May 7, 2004
The defect
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2004 Mazda RX-8 vehicles. The ball joint socket on the front suspension lower control arm may crack and the ball joint may separate from the socket.
The risk
If the ball joint separates, steering control may be lost, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front lower control arms, 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 1117E.