The deteriorated seals may leak fuel, which, in the presence of an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire.

Fuel System, Gasoline — Delivery — Fuel Pump

Summary

Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 RX-8 vehicles manufactured April 10, 2003, to February 18, 2008. The affected vehicles have fuel pump sealing rings that may deteriorate due to exposure to heat from the engine or exhaust pipe.

Actions

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump sealing ring set and add a thermal insulation pad to the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began July 31, 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 0516J.

Documents (12)

• Recall Acknowledgement
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - DATE: July 28, 2017 SUBJECT: 2004-2008 RX-8 Fuel Leak at Fuel Pump Rings - Safety and Emission Recall 0516J Fuel Leak at Fuel Pump Discharge Pipe – Safety and Emission Recall 1017E
• ISSUED Interim Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• ISSUED Interim Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Remedy Instructions and TSB - 2004-2008 RX-8 - REPAIR PROCEDURE RECALL 0516J
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2017-3
• Recall 573 Report-Amendment 1
• Recall 573 Report - AMENDMENT 3
• Recall 573 Report - AMENDMENT 2
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2017-4

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