If the ball joint separates, steering control may be lost, increasing the risk of a crash.

Suspension — Front — Control Arm — Lower Arm

Summary

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.

Actions

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.

Documents (17)

• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)/TSB - REPAIR PROCEDURE SAFETY RECALL 1117E
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - July 28, 2017
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - PARTS AND WARRANTY INFORMATION Recall Campaign 1117E
• Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Manufacturer Reimbursement Plan- Reimbursement Plan/Form
• Recall 573 Report-Amendment 1
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - June 2, 2017
• Recall 573 Report-Amendment 2
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2017-3
• Chronology of Defect
• Remedy Instructions and TSB - REPAIR PROCEDURE SAFETY RECALL 1117E This Recall has been updated on 8/21/17 and 9/11/17. Changes are noted below in red.
• Miscellaneous Document - PARTS AND WARRANTY INFORMATION Recall Campaign 1117E
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577) - owner letter_Remail Not Subject Final
• PARTS AND WARRANTY INFORMATION Recall Campaign 1117E
• Remedy Instructions and TSB - REPAIR PROCEDURE SAFETY RECALL 1117E
• September 21, 2017 SUBJECT: 2004 RX-8 Front Lower Arm Ball Joint Safety Recall 1117E – Incorrect Customer Notification
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2017-4

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