Potential Fuel Leak from Fuel Tank Area
Engine, February 9, 2004
RepairPal Expert Overview
Our Quick Take:
A fuel leak may develop from the fuel tank area.
What Should You Do?
Mazda will notify owners of affected vehicles beginning February 9, 2004. If you notice a fuel smell, or you don't receive notification and you feel you should have, please contact your dealer. It's helpful to have your vehicle identification number (VIN) when you call.
Summary:
The fuel sender unit may have been improperly installed in the fuel tank. As a result, a fuel leak may develop. Any fuel leak always increases the risk of a fire. Dealers will inspect the top of the fuel tank, and if necessary, repair or replace it. The Mazda recall number is 1403L.
Model Year(s):
2003
Mfr's Report Date:
February 9, 2004
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
03V531000
NHTSA Action Number:
PE03047
Component:
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY
Potential Number of Units Affected:
56700
Summary:
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL SENDER UNIT (FSU) MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY INSTALLED IN THE FUEL TANK, PRODUCING AN INADEQUATE SEAL, AND FUEL MAY LEAK.
Consequence:
A FIRE COULD OCCUR IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE.
Remedy:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TOP OF THE FUEL TANK, AND IF NECESSARY, REPAIR OR REPLACE IT. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 9, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT MAZDA AT 1-800-222-5500.
Notes:
MAZDA RECALL NO. 1403L.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION¿S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall data provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration