NHTSA recall 17V745000
Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system
Mazda MAZDA3
Reported Nov 21, 2017144 vehicles affectedMazda North American OperationsMaker’s number 1717KBuilt Oct 9, 2017 – Oct 18, 2017
The defect
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 Mazda3 vehicles, equipped with an incorrect exhaust valve spring. The incorrect exhaust valve spring may fail while driving, potentially causing an engine stall.
The risk
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engines and replace any incorrect exhaust valve springs, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 20, 2018. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1717K.