Recall 16V684000: 2014–2016 Mazda MAZDA3
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Sep 22, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- 17,484
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Mazda Motors North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Mazda3 vehicles manufactured January 4, 2014, to September 18, 2015. The fuel tank of the affected vehicles may have been improperly handled during manufacturing and, as a result, the welded attachment of the Inlet Check Valve (ICV) may fail and allow fuel to leak.
The risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Mazda will notify owners, and depending on the tank lot number, dealers will inspect the ICV weld, replacing the fuel tank, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2016. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 0116I.
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.
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 16V684000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 0116I
- Manufacturer
- Mazda North American Operations
- Owner letters
- Nov 18, 2016
- Components
- Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly (Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology