Safety Recall 1117E – 2004 Mazda RX-8 Front Lower Arm Ball Joint Crack

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2004 Mazda RX-8

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If the ball joint separates, steering control may be lost, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V355

ManufacturerMazda North American Operations

ComponentsSUSPENSION

Potential Number of Units Affected 35,332

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.

Remedy

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front lower control arms, free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin July 30, 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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