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Mazda Recall 1117E: Ball Joint May Separate From Control Arm
2004 Mazda RX-8
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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