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2005 Mazda Rx8

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling

Consequence of Defect

if certain passenger vehicles are parked and the engine is operated at high rpm's for an excessive length of time, some of the parts around the exhaust system can melt and produce a variety of malfunctions. problems caused by the excessive heat build-up can range from inoperative oxygen sensor, neutral switch and back up lights, problems with the parking brakes, malfunctions of the gas gauge and/or possible fuel leaks resulting from heat damage to the fuel tank.

Corrective Action

fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect and replace parts. the recall began on august 30, 2005. owners may contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.

2004 Mazda Rx8

Component

Air Bags:Frontal

Consequence of Defect

as a result of an ncap test, certain passenger vehicles are being recalled for improperly wired front passenger seat air bags.

Corrective Action

the air bag will not provide adequate protection when the vehicle is involved in a frontal crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a new wiring harness in the front passenger seat air bag system. the recall began march 5, 2004. owners should contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.

2004 Mazda Rx8

Component

Power Train:Manual Transmission

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles with manual transmissions, the heat insulator may be cracked causing abnormal noise.

Corrective Action

continued operation of the vehicle can cause the insulator to come off and could pose a hazard to following vehicles.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the heat insulator. the recall began march 5, 2004. owners should contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.

2004 Mazda Rx8

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, due to improper forging of the lower control arm, cracks may occur in the ball joint socket.

Corrective Action

in severe driving conditions, the ball may separate from the ball joint socket and a loss of steering may occur, which could result in a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the control arms. the recall began on august 30, 2005. owners may contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.

2004 Mazda Rx8

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling

Consequence of Defect

if certain passenger vehicles are parked and the engine is operated at high rpm's for an excessive length of time, some of the parts around the exhaust system can melt and produce a variety of malfunctions. problems caused by the excessive heat build-up can range from inoperative oxygen sensor, neutral switch and back up lights, problems with the parking brakes, malfunctions of the gas gauge and/or possible fuel leaks resulting from heat damage to the fuel tank.

Corrective Action

fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect and replace parts. the recall began on august 30, 2005. owners may contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.