Recall
Mazda Mazda3 — 16V684000
NHTSA ID
16V684000
Make
Mazda
Model
Mazda3
Years Affected
2014
Recall Date
2016-09-22
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Units Affected
17,484
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
0116I
Summary
Mazda Motors North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Mazda3 vehicles manufactured January 4, 2014, to September 18, 2015. The fuel tank of the affected vehicles may have been improperly handled during manufacturing and, as a result, the welded attachment of the Inlet Check Valve (ICV) may fail and allow fuel to leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and depending on the tank lot number, dealers will inspect the ICV weld, replacing the fuel tank, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2016. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 0116I.