Recall 05V-325
MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS recalled the 2004 Mazda RX-8: Suspension (front, control arm, lower ball joint).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 05V-325
- Reported
- July 20, 2005
- Vehicles affected
- 27,800 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain passenger vehicles, due to improper forging of the lower control arm, cracks may occur in the ball joint socket.
The risk
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.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the control arms. The recall began on august 30, 2005. Owners may contact mazda at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Mazda recall no. 3405g.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed]; (tty: 1-[removed]); or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Mazda RX-8 2004