Mazda Cx-5 recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

February 3, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Mazda Motor Corp. recalls 2014–2016 Mazda Cx-5

Recall number

16V064000

Brand / firm

Mazda

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 268,799 units

Why it was recalled

A rupture of the fuel filler pipe may result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Mazda CX-5 vehicles manufactured June 27, 2013, to February 2, 2016. The affected vehicles have a fuel filler pipe that may rupture in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."

What to do

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will alter the attachment between the fuel filler pipe and the left rear side of the bracket of the fuel filler pipe, free of charge. The recall began on February 25, 2016. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 9216B.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.