NHTSA Recall 17V355000
Filed by Mazda Motor Corp.. Component: Suspension. Reported 2017-06-01. An estimated 35,332 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2004 Mazda RX-8 vehicles. The ball joint socket on the front suspension lower control arm may crack and the ball joint may separate from the socket.
Risk
If the ball joint separates, steering control may be lost, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front lower control arms, free of charge. The recall began on July 31, 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1117E.
Manufacturer campaign number: 1117E
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.