The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·17V745000·Announced 2017-11-21

Mazda Recalls 2018 Mazda3 Vehicles Due to Exhaust Valve Spring Defect

Mazda is recalling 2018 Mazda3 vehicles because an incorrect exhaust valve spring may fail, causing an engine stall that increases crash risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (exhaust valve spring) that can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. This aligns with the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Mazda North American Operations is recalling certain 2018 Mazda3 vehicles equipped with an incorrect exhaust valve spring. The defect involves the engine and engine cooling system, specifically the exhaust system component.

The incorrect exhaust valve spring may fail while driving, which can potentially cause an engine stall. An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. No specific number of affected units is provided in the source text, though the recall number is 17V745000.

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engines and replace any incorrect exhaust valve springs free of charge. The recall was expected to begin on January 20, 2018. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
MAZDA MAZDA3
Brand
MAZDA
Manufacturer
Mazda North American Operations
Category
Vehicle — Engine Component
Hazard
Affected units
144

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • MAZDA3

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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