Recall 03V-531: 2003 Mazda Mazda6

MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Dec 16, 2003, covering about 56,700 vehicles.

NHTSA number
03V-531
Report date
Dec 16, 2003
Vehicles affected
56,700
Owners notified
Feb 9, 2004

The problem

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.

The risk

A fire could occur in the presence of an ignition source.

The fix

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.

Notes

Mazda recall no. 1403l.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerMAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS
ComponentFuel System, Gasoline › Delivery
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number03V531000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mazda Mazda62003All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 03V-531?

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.

How is recall 03V-531 fixed?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.