2003–2009 Mazda Rx-8
- Affected
- 5,401
- Category
- Cars
- Campaign
- R201807
- Supplier
- Mazda Australia Pty Ltd
The defect
The plastic fuel pump retaining rings on the fuel tank may be exposed to heat from the engine and exhaust pipes due to insufficient thermal insulation, causing heat deterioration of the plastic material of the pump retaining rings. In addition to the heat deterioration, a reaction force from the gasket (seal rubber) may be applied to the fuel pump rings.Additionally, the fuel pump discharge pipe may have insufficient durability. The effects of fuel pressure and engine/exhaust heat may cause the pipe to deteriorate.
The hazard
If the vehicle continues to be used in this condition, continued deterioration may lead to a crack in the pipe and fuel pump rings and cause a fuel leak, creating an increased risk of fire.
The remedy
Customers will be advised to present their vehicle to their preferred Mazda Dealer for the replacement of the fuel pump retainer rings and the fuel filter body and installation of thermal insulation pads onto the fuel tank at no charge. Consumers who require further information should contact Mazda Customer Support on 1800 034 411.
What to do
- 1Check if your vehicle is affected. This recall covers 5,401 vehicles. Use your VIN to confirm.
- 2Contact Mazda Australia Pty Ltd to arrange inspection and repair.
- 3Repairs are free of charge when arranged through an authorised dealer.
- 4Verify this recall on the official government register: vehiclerecalls.gov.au ↗
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Recall data sourced from vehiclerecalls.gov.au under CC BY 4.0.