Report Date
Nov 21, 2017
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Affected Vehicles
1
Defect Description
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 Mazda3 vehicles, equipped with an incorrect exhaust valve spring. The incorrect exhaust valve spring may fail while driving, potentially causing an engine stall.
Safety Consequence
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engines and replace any incorrect exhaust valve springs, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 20, 2018. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1717K.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | MAZDA | MAZDA3 |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.