1976 Mazda RX3
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1976 Mazda RX3. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
3 recalls name the 1976 Mazda RX3. Newest first.
Some of the carburetors installed on the involved vehicles may develop fuel leakage from the blind plug section of the fuel passage.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
The dealer will clean the previous sealant from the blind plug and apply an improved sealant at no cost to owner.
The fuel blind plug on the carburetor may fail due to improper sealing. This could result in fuel leakage and an engine compartment fire, if fuel reaches the heated components.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Dealer will apply sealant to the blind plug section of the carburetor, without charge to owner.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 52503Maintenance free battery - diagnostic and charging procedure.
- 52497Use of a/c tracer dye.
- 52492Wiper motor inoperative - circuit breaker activation.
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