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2004 MAZDA RX-8 Recall - Campaign #17V355000

 
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2004 MAZDA RX-8 RECALL - #17V355000

RECALL FOR SUSPENSION : FRONT : CONTROL ARM : LOWER ARM

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.

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Recall Details
Vehicle 2004 MAZDA RX-8
Manufacturer Mazda North American Operations
Manufactured between 4/10/2003 - 5/7/2004
Recalled on 6/2/2017
Influenced by Mazda North American Operations
Owners Notified on 7/31/2017
# Affected 35,332
Recalled for SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
 
Description 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.
Consequences If the ball joint separates, steering control may be lost, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective action 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.
Notes Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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