Recall 16V-685
Mazda North American Operations recalled the 2016 Mazda MAZDA3: Fuel system, gasoline (storage).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 16V-685
- Reported
- September 23, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- 3,849 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2016 Mazda3 vehicles manufactured September 24, 2015, to October 16, 2015. During manufacturing, the fuel tanks for the affected vehicles may have deformed, resulting in a fuel leak from the recirculation pipe welded connection.
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 recirculation pipe weld, replacing the fuel tank, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2016. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-[removed]. Mazda's number for this recall is 0216I.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Mazda MAZDA3 2016