Recall
Mazda Mazda6 — 03V531000
NHTSA ID
03V531000
Make
Mazda
Model
Mazda6
Years Affected
2003
Recall Date
2003-12-16
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY
Units Affected
56,700
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
1403L
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.