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2008 Mazda MAZDA6
2.3L 4-cyl Engine Code [C] Engine Code [C]
156 bhp. @ 6500 rpm / Torque: 154 ft. lbs. @ 4000 rpm
16 Valves Double Overhead Camshaft Variable Valve Timing
2.3L - Inline 4-cyl (2260 cc) Code: L3X (Gasoline)
Compression Ratio: 9.7:1

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Product Cross Reference Guide: This product cross reference guide follows recommendations outlined in your owners manual and also reflects periodic service recommendation updates from the original equipment manufacturer for this particular model (2008 Mazda MAZDA6 with engine code [C]) show example...

For example, the manufacturer may have recommended 5W30 motor oil at the time of production (owners manual) & later revised the recommendation to 5W20. This guide will reflect latest recommendation by the manufacturer for this model. If there are no special instructions from the manufacturer, the owner can choose to follow either one of the recommendation without voiding warranty hide example.

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  1. Engine Oil

    Grade 1  »  API*
    All TEMPS  »  5W-20
  2. Manual Transmission

    Manual Transmission, G5M (5-SPD)  »  GL-4

    Above 10C  »  80W-90
    Manual Transmission & Transaxle Gear Lube 75W-90 (MTGQT)

    Manual Transmission, G5M (5-SPD)  »  GL-5

    Above 10C  »  80W-90
    No AMSOIL Product Recommendation

    Manual Transmission, G5M (5-SPD)  »  GL-4

    All TEMPS  »  75W-90
    Manual Transmission & Transaxle Gear Lube 75W-90 (MTGQT)

    Manual Transmission, G5M (5-SPD)  »  GL-5

    All TEMPS  »  75W-90
    No AMSOIL Product Recommendation
  3. Automatic Transmission

  4. Power Steering Fluid

  5. Brake Fluid

    Brake Fluid  »  HB

    DOT 3 and 4 Brake Fluid (BFLVCN) [2]
  6. Clutch Fluid

    Clutch Fluid  »  HB

    DOT 3 and 4 Brake Fluid (BFLVCN) [2]
  7. Lubricants & Fluids Comments  »  [*]

    [1] DEXRON-III Automatic Transmission Fluid
    [2] Hydraulic Brake Fluid, DOT 3

  8. Capacities (Drive Train Fluids)

    Engine, with filter  »  4.3 liters [1]
    Cooling System, Initial Fill  »  7 liters
    Passenger Car & Light Truck Antifreeze & Coolant
    AMSOIL Antifreeze and Engine Coolant
    Automatic Transmission, FNR5 Initial Fill  »  Not Specified
    Automatic Transmission, Total Fill
    5 speed FNR5  »  8.1 liters
    Manual Transmission, G5M (5-SPD)  »  2.3 liters [2]
    Manual Transmission, G5M (5-SPD)  »  2.9 liters [3]
    ANTPC ANT
    Capacities Comments
    [1] After refill check oil level.
    [2] A65M-R
    [3] G35M-R
  9. Chassis Lubrication

    0 Fittings, 0 Plugs
  10. Torque Specifications

    Oil Drain Plug  »  19-22 ft/lbs
    Manual Transmission
    Fill Plug 30-42 ft/lbs
    Drain Plug 30-42 ft/lbs

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  1. Filters: Oil, Air, Cabin, Fuel, Transmission, Hydraulic & Crankcase

    Oil Filter WIX 57203 Oil Filter  
    Air Filter WIX 42825 Air Filter  
    Cabin Air Filter WIX 24907 Cabin Air Filter  
  2. Gasoline Engine Fuel Additives

    Dominator Octane Boost (AOB)
    AOB Dominator Octane Boost (AOB)

    Maximizes power and improves performance in all two-cycle and four-cycle gasoline engines. Reduces engine knock, improves ignition and engine response, helps fuel burn cleaner and inhibits corrosion. Recommended for off-road and racing use. Packag...

    Gasoline Stabilizer (AST)
    AST Gasoline Stabilizer (AST)

    AMSOIL Gasoline Stabilizer (AST) reduces the oxidation process that occurs when fuel is stored for extended periods, improving performance, extending equipment life and decreasing maintenance expenses. Package sizes include: 16-oz. Bottle ...

    P.I Performance Improver (API)
    API P.I Performance Improver (API)

    P.i. improves fuel mileage an average of 2.3% and up to 5.7%. Reduces emissions such as hydrocarbons (HC) up to 15%, carbon monoxide (CO) up to 26% and nitrous oxides (NOx) up to 17%. Restores power and performance. Reduces the need for costly higher...

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ALM 5W-20 Signature Series Synthetic Motor Oil (ALM)

The Top Tier of AMSOIL Synthetic Motor Oil. AMSOIL Signature Series Synthetic Motor Oil delivers extraordinary lubrication in all types of automotive gasoline engines. Engineered for enthusiasts seeking maximum protection and performance. Precision-f...
XLM 5W-20 Extended Life Synthetic Motor Oil (XLM)

• AMSOIL Extended-Life Synthetic Motor Oil has 37% more cleaning power 1 to help keep your engine running smoother, longer. • Protection Against LSPI • Save Time and Money with up to 20,000 Miles (32,000 km) Of Gu...
OEM 5W-20 OE Series Synthetic Motor Oil (OEM)

OE Synthetic Motor Oil is for mechanics and drivers seeking peace of mind protection and exceptional value in synthetic motor oil. It delivers 100 percent synthetic engine protection for advanced automotive technology, including turbochargers and dir...
MTG 75W-90 (GL-4) Synthetic Gear Lube (MTG)

AMSOIL Synthetic Manual Transmission and Transaxle Gear Lube (MTG) is a premium blend of the finest synthetic base oils and advanced, high-performance additives. It is formulated specifically for maximum protection in the most demanding manual trans...
ATF Signature Series Multi-Vehicle Synthetic ATF

AMSOIL Signature Series Multi-Vehicle Synthetic ATF is engineered to outperform conventional automatic transmission fluids and exceed the performance requirements of most North American, European and Asian vehicles. This sophisticated formulation pro...
OTF OE Multi-Vehicle Synthetic ATF

AMSOIL OE Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid provides passenger-car/light-truck transmissions excellent wear protection, sludge resistance and extreme-temperature performance throughout original equipment manufacturer (OEM)-recommended drain inte...
BFLV DOT 3 and 4 Synthetic Brake Fluid (BFLV)

*** This item is available for US customers only *** Brake fluid acts as a hydraulic fluid, transferring power and lubricating brake system components while also preventing corrosion. It must contend with extreme heat and the inevitable moi...
ANTPC Passenger Vehicle Antifreeze (ANTPC)

Ethylene Glycol 50/50 Pre-Mix Formulation AMSOIL Passenger Car/Light Truck Antifreeze & Coolant provides superior heat transfer and excellent protection against corrosion, freezing and boilover. It provides maximum protection in extreme temper...
ANT Antifreeze and Engine Coolant (ANT)

AMSOIL Antifreeze & Coolant (ANT) is a low-toxicity propylene glycol antifreeze formulated to provide benefits far beyond those found in today's conventional antifreeze and coolant products. This revolutionary formulation provides maximum antifre...
wix oil filter WIX Automotive, Light Truck & Racing Oil Filters

WIX Oil filters are made with full metal base plate for superior strength at the double seal & also feature a silicone anti-drainback valve. Glass enhanced media in WIX oil filters offers greater efficiency, capturing more 10 to 12 micron sized particles than other cellulose or synthetic blend medias.
wix air filter WIX Automotive, Light Truck & Racing Air Filters

WIX panel element air filters have a linear path through the filter for low airflow restriction & an exclusive pocket pleat for the filter media. Radial air filters are constructed of mesh screen on the inside wall diameter for element strength and media protection from backfire.
wix cabin filter WIX Cabin Air Filters

WIX offers high-efficiency cabin air filters for passenger cars, light trucks, heavy trucks, buses & off-highway vehicles. Trap & eliminate harmful microbes in the filter medium and reduce the opportunity for those microbes to be released into the air of vehicle occupants.

Maintenance Schedule as Provided by OEM Documentation

Distance:
7,500 miles (12,000 km)
Action:
Rotate/adjust air pressure
Item:
Wheels & tires
Interval in Month(s):
4
Labor Units:
0.3
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A circular frame of hard material that may be solid or partly solid, is capable of turning on an axle, and holds the rubber cushion that contains compressed air.
Distance:
7,500 miles (12,000 km)
Action:
Lubricate
Item:
Hinges, locks & latches
Interval in Month(s):
6
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The devices that allow or prevent the opening of doors and hatches.
Distance:
7,500 miles (12,000 km)
Action:
Change
Item:
Engine oil
Interval in Month(s):
6
Labor Units:
0.18
Parts Units:
4.5
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A substance that lubricates and cools the moving parts of the engine and reduces corrosion and the formation of rust.
Distance:
7,500 miles (12,000 km)
Action:
Replace
Item:
Oil filter
Interval in Month(s):
6
Labor Units:
0.1
Parts Units:
1
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A cartridge-filled canister placed in an engine's lubricating system to strain dirt and abrasive materials out of the oil.
Distance:
15,000 miles (24,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Brake pads, calipers & rotors
Interval in Month(s):
12
Labor Units:
0.2
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Brake linings, shoes, or pads are parts of a brake system bonded to an expendable friction material, that when hydraulically acted upon, create enough resistance to stop a vehicle. A brake rotor is the metal disc that rotates along with the wheels to which the fiction material can be clamped in order to stop or slow movement. Calipers refer to hydraulically activated assemblies that serve to clamp pads to a rotor in order to stop or slow movement.
Distance:
25,000 miles (40,000 km)
Action:
Replace
Item:
Cabin air filter
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.3
Parts Units:
1
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A filtering system that meters out pollen, road dust and other particles before they can reach the passenger cabin.
Distance:
30,000 miles (48,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Ball joints
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.1
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Movable joints in the steering linkage and suspension system of a vehicle that permit rotating movement in any direction between the parts that are joined.
Distance:
30,000 miles (48,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Body nuts & bolts
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.1
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Fasteners that hold the body panels together and to the substructure of a vehicle.
Distance:
30,000 miles (48,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Brake lines, hoses & connections
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.02
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Tubes and their connections that carry brake fluid between the various components in a vehicle's brake system.
Distance:
30,000 miles (48,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Cooling system
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.1
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The system that stores and circulates coolant throughout (water cooled) engines to prevent overheating. Some vehicles have air-cooled engines in which high-speed airflow is sufficient to keep the engine cool.
Distance:
30,000 miles (48,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Exhaust system heat shields
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.02
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Metal and/or metal-fiberglass insulated panels that protect selected areas from exhaust heat.
Distance:
30,000 miles (48,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Fuel lines & hoses
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The tubing that carries fuel throughout a vehicle.
Distance:
30,000 miles (48,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Steering
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.1
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The collection of components that enable the operator to direct a vehicle in a desired direction.
Distance:
30,000 miles (48,000 km)
Action:
Inspect boots & seals
Item:
Drive axles
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.1
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: In a front-wheel drive vehicle or a rear-wheel drive vehicle with independent rear suspension, the short axles that connect the driven wheels with the driving force. Drive axles typically have CV (constant velocity)-joints on their ends.
Distance:
37,500 miles (60,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Drive belt(s)
Interval in Month(s):
30
Labor Units:
0.03
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A belt that transfers the rotation of the engine through the crankshaft pulley to drive various devices, such as the alternator, water pump, air conditioning compressor or power steering pump.
Distance:
37,500 miles (60,000 km)
Action:
Replace
Item:
Air filter
Interval in Month(s):
30
Labor Units:
0.2
Parts Units:
1
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A device that filters incoming air fed to the engine.
Distance:
60,000 miles (96,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Emissions hoses & tubes
Interval in Month(s):
48
Labor Units:
0.05
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Hoses and tubes utilized by any of a vehicle's emission control devices.
Distance:
75,000 miles (120,000 km)
Action:
Inspect
Item:
Valve clearance
Interval in Month(s):
24
Labor Units:
0.3
Parts Units:
0
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The maximum amount of space between a rocker arm or cam and the part it contacts to actuate a valve.
Distance:
75,000 miles (120,000 km)
Action:
Replace
Item:
Spark plugs
Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.4
Parts Units:
4
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Cables that carry a high-voltage electrical charge from the distributor cap or ignition coils to the spark plugs.
Distance:
105,000 miles (168,000 km)
Action:
Flush/replace
Item:
Coolant
Interval in Month(s):
60
Labor Units:
0.7
Parts Units:
1.8
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Also known as "antifreeze." A mixture of water and ethylene glycol that has both a higher boiling point and a lower freezing point than plain water.
Distance:
135,000 miles (216,000 km)
Action:
Flush/replace
Item:
Coolant
Interval in Month(s):
84
Labor Units:
0.7
Parts Units:
1.8
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Also known as "antifreeze." A mixture of water and ethylene glycol that has both a higher boiling point and a lower freezing point than plain water.
Distance:
165,000 miles (264,000 km)
Action:
Flush/replace
Item:
Coolant
Interval in Month(s):
108
Labor Units:
0.7
Parts Units:
1.8
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Also known as "antifreeze." A mixture of water and ethylene glycol that has both a higher boiling point and a lower freezing point than plain water.
Distance:
195,000 miles (312,000 km)
Action:
Flush/replace
Item:
Coolant
Interval in Month(s):
132
Labor Units:
0.7
Parts Units:
1.8
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Also known as "antifreeze." A mixture of water and ethylene glycol that has both a higher boiling point and a lower freezing point than plain water.
Distance:
225,000 miles (360,000 km)
Action:
Flush/replace
Item:
Coolant
Interval in Month(s):
156
Labor Units:
0.7
Parts Units:
1.8
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Also known as "antifreeze." A mixture of water and ethylene glycol that has both a higher boiling point and a lower freezing point than plain water.
Distance:
255,000 miles (408,000 km)
Action:
Flush/replace
Item:
Coolant
Interval in Month(s):
180
Labor Units:
0.7
Parts Units:
1.8
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Also known as "antifreeze." A mixture of water and ethylene glycol that has both a higher boiling point and a lower freezing point than plain water.
Distance:
285,000 miles (456,000 km)
Action:
Flush/replace
Item:
Coolant
Interval in Month(s):
204
Labor Units:
0.7
Parts Units:
1.8
Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Also known as "antifreeze." A mixture of water and ethylene glycol that has both a higher boiling point and a lower freezing point than plain water.

Service Bulletin as Provided by OEM & NHTSA

Bulletin Date:
2007-09-01
Bulletin Number:
0102206
NHTSA Item Number:
10023313

Component Description: Suspension:front.

Service Bulletin Summary: Front crankshaft bolt service warning. ( nhtsa item number - 10023313 ).

Bulletin Date:
2008-02-01
Bulletin Number:
09-007/08
NHTSA Item Number:
10024308

Component Description: Exterior lighting:headlights.

Service Bulletin Summary: Headlight lens condensation or water entry - (not applicable to mazdaspeed6). ( nhtsa item number - 10024308 ).

Bulletin Date:
2008-04-01
Bulletin Number:
01-025/08
NHTSA Item Number:
10024846

Component Description: Power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm).

Service Bulletin Summary: Mil illumination on with dtc p2112. Vehicles produced before feb. 4, 2008. ( nhtsa item number - 10024846 ).

Bulletin Date:
2008-07-01
Bulletin Number:
MSP-17
NHTSA Item Number:
10026046

Component Description: (A) Equipment:electrical:air conditioner., (B) Equipment:other:owners/service/other manual.

Service Bulletin Summary: Mazda: manual a/c mode air actuator. Some vehicles equipped with manual hvac controls may exhibit incorrect airflow response due to internal failure of the mode actuator. ( nhtsa item number - 10026046 ).

Bulletin Date:
2008-11-01
Bulletin Number:
SB-01-033-08
NHTSA Item Number:
10028267

Component Description: (A) Electrical system., (B) Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline.

Service Bulletin Summary: Mazda: engine crank/no start. Some vehicles may experience one or more of the electrical concerns due to poor contact at the c-04 connector. Fuel pump relay, a/c pressure switch, rear window defroster relay to center panel. ( nhtsa item number - 10028267 ).

Bulletin Date:
2009-02-01
Bulletin Number:
SB-01-007-09
NHTSA Item Number:
10028524

Component Description: Engine and engine cooling:engine.

Service Bulletin Summary: Mazda: vehicles may exhibit a concern of unstable idling or, in some rare cases, stalling, just after the vehicle stops with no dtcs detected. Problem is due to the accumulation of carbon deposits inside the throttle body causing air flow ( nhtsa item number - 10028524 ).

Bulletin Date:
2010-04-01
Bulletin Number:
SB-01-023-10
NHTSA Item Number:
10034005

Component Description: Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:filler pipe and cap.

Service Bulletin Summary: Mazda: determining evaporative system leak location for dtcs p0441, p0442, p0455, p0455. Some vehicles may have a mil illumination with dtcs stored in memory. ( nhtsa item number - 10034005 ).

Bulletin Date:
2010-08-01
Bulletin Number:
SB-01-028-10
NHTSA Item Number:
10034634

Component Description: Engine and engine cooling:engine.

Service Bulletin Summary: Mazda: variable valve timing (vvt) noise when starting engine. When engine is first started, some vehicles may exhibit a loud ticking noise from the variable valve timing (vvt) (a). This is caused by the lock pin of the variable valve tim ( nhtsa item number - 10034634 ).

Bulletin Date:
2010-12-01
Bulletin Number:
SB-09-057-10
NHTSA Item Number:
10037655

Component Description: (A) Exterior lighting., (B) Exterior lighting:headlights:concealment devices.

Service Bulletin Summary: Mazda: there is condensation and fog in the front and rear combination lights. ( nhtsa item number - 10037655 ).

Bulletin Date:
2011-02-01
Bulletin Number:
09-005-11
NHTSA Item Number:
10037949

Component Description: Exterior lighting:headlights.

Service Bulletin Summary: Ready ( nhtsa item number - 10037949 ).

Bulletin Date:
2012-01-01
Bulletin Number:
SB-02-001-12
NHTSA Item Number:
10043662

Component Description: Tires:pressure monitoring and regulating systems.

Service Bulletin Summary: Mazda: tpms warning light illumindated. This may be caused by damage to the valve nut and/or valve stem of the wheel. ( nhtsa item number - 10043662 ).

Bulletin Date:
2012-11-01
Bulletin Number:
RF-04-14R4
NHTSA Item Number:
10060877

Component Description: Visibility.

Service Bulletin Summary: Summary to be provided on a future date. ( nhtsa item number - 10060877 ).

Bulletin Date:
2012-12-01
Bulletin Number:
00-004/12
NHTSA Item Number:
10059870

Component Description: (A) Engine (pws)., (B) Equipment:other:owners/service/other manual.

Service Bulletin Summary: Summary to be provided on a future date. ( nhtsa item number - 10059870 ).

Bulletin Date:
2013-03-01
Bulletin Number:
SB-09-005-13
NHTSA Item Number:
10052155

Component Description: (A) Equipment., (B) Equipment adaptive.

Service Bulletin Summary: Mazda: on some vehicles, to avoid potential interference of foot placed on pedals, information is provided regarding proper use, and placement, of driver's floor mat. Various models and model years. ( nhtsa item number - 10052155 ).

Bulletin Date:
2013-03-01
Bulletin Number:
SB-09-003-13
NHTSA Item Number:
10052160

Component Description: (A) Exterior lighting:headlights., (B) Exterior lighting:headlights:concealment devices.

Service Bulletin Summary: Mazda: on various model years and model vehicles, the headlamp assembly would have excessive condensation or water within and should be checked and replaced, if necessary for correct installation. ( nhtsa item number - 10052160 ).

Bulletin Date:
2013-11-01
Bulletin Number:
SB-08-001-13
NHTSA Item Number:
10054788

Component Description: Air bags:frontal.

Service Bulletin Summary: Mazda: information provided regarding the indicator light illumination of the passenger airbag deactivation (pad). ( nhtsa item number - 10054788 ).

Bulletin Date:
2014-11-01
Bulletin Number:
02-004-14
NHTSA Item Number:
10059471

Component Description: Steering:wheel and handle bar.

Service Bulletin Summary: Summary to be provided on a future date. ( nhtsa item number - 10059471 ).

Bulletin Date:
2016-06-01
Bulletin Number:
1080M
NHTSA Item Number:
10085289

Component Description: Engine (pws).

Service Bulletin Summary: If an engine assembly is replaced after a catastro ( nhtsa item number - 10085289 ).

Bulletin Date:
2016-07-01
Bulletin Number:
SA234
NHTSA Item Number:
10085383

Component Description: Electrical system: software.

Service Bulletin Summary: Ids update 101. 00 and 101. 02 is now available on m ( nhtsa item number - 10085383 ).

Bulletin Date:
2016-07-01
Bulletin Number:
SA327
NHTSA Item Number:
10085405

Component Description: Air bags.

Service Bulletin Summary: Takata recalls general information purpose: this ( nhtsa item number - 10085405 ).


Recall Data Provided by NHTSA

#
1
Make(s):
MAZDA
Model(s):
MAZDA6
Year(s):
2007, 2008
Manufacturer:
MAZDA MOTOR CORP
NHTSA ID:
08V412000
Recall Date:
August 15th, 2008
Units Affected:
7,200

Affected Component: Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly.

Summary: Mazda is recalling 7,200 my 2007-2008 mazda6 vehicles with california emission specifications. The metal fuel tanks on the affected vehicles may have had the pvc protective coating on the outside of the fuel tank damaged during the assembly process which may result in reduced corrosion resistance. .

Conequence: This could lead to perforation of the fuel tank, causing fuel leakage. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire. .

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the bottom surface of the fuel tank for damage to the protective coating and, if necessary, repair the coating or replace the fuel tank. The recall began on august 28, 2008. Owners may contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500, option 2. .

Notes: Mazda recall no. 5008h. Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153).

#
2
Make(s):
MAZDA, SUBARU
Model(s):
CX-7, CX-9, FORESTER, IMPREZA, IMPREZA STI, IMPREZA WRX, MAZDA3, MAZDA5, MAZDA6, OUTBACK SPORT
Year(s):
2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009
Manufacturer:
THULE, INC.
NHTSA ID:
09E011000
Recall Date:
April 2nd, 2009
Units Affected:
2,323

Affected Component: Equipment.

Summary: Thule, inc. Is recalling 2,323 owner-installed roof-mounted fit kits, models 3068 and 3069, manufactured between january 1, 2008 and february 28, 2009 that are used with thule podium foot packs, models 460 and 460r. These fit kits were sold as aftermarket equipment for use on the vehicles listed above. The bolt(s) used to secure the foot to the vehicle was manufactured to a hardness that may cause the bolt(s) to be brittle and potentially break under stress. .

Conequence: This may result in the bolt(s) snapping off during use or without a load. The unsecured rack and load can then come loose while driving creating a potential road hazard, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash. .

Remedy: Thule will mail a retro fit kit along with repair instructions to owners free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before april 13, 2009. Owners may contact thule toll-free at 1-800-238-2388. .

Notes: This recall only pertains to thule aftermarket roof mounted load carriers and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153).

#
3
Make(s):
MAZDA
Model(s):
MAZDA6, MAZDASPEED6, RX-8
Year(s):
2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
Manufacturer:
Mazda North American Operations
NHTSA ID:
15V382000
Recall Date:
June 17th, 2015
Units Affected:
442,266

Affected Component: Air bags:frontal:driver side inflator module.

Summary: Mazda north american operations (mazda) is recalling certain model year 2003-2008 mazda6 vehicles manufactured may 29, 2002, to may 5, 2008, 2004-2008 rx-8 vehicles manufactured april 10, 2003, to february 18, 2008, and 2006-2007 mazdaspeed6 vehicles manufactured august 4, 2005, to june 29, 2007. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion and other factors, including manufacturing variability that, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture. .

Conequence: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death. .

Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on november 20, 2015. Owners may contact mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 8215f. Note: this recall supersedes 15v345. Owners who had their vehicle's interim repair completed under recall 15v-345 still need to have their vehicles remedied again under this recall. .

Notes: Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153).

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Make(s):
MAZDA
Model(s):
MAZDA6, MAZDASPEED6, RX-8
Year(s):
2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
Manufacturer:
Mazda North American Operations
NHTSA ID:
15V382000
Recall Date:
June 17th, 2015
Units Affected:
442,266

Affected Component: Air bags:frontal:driver side inflator module.

Summary: Mazda north american operations (mazda) is recalling certain model year 2003-2008 mazda6 vehicles manufactured may 29, 2002, to may 5, 2008, 2004-2008 rx-8 vehicles manufactured april 10, 2003, to february 18, 2008, and 2006-2007 mazdaspeed6 vehicles manufactured august 4, 2005, to june 29, 2007. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion and other factors, including manufacturing variability that, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture. .

Conequence: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death. .

Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on november 20, 2015. Owners may contact mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 8215f. Note: this recall supersedes 15v345. Owners who had their vehicle's interim repair completed under recall 15v-345 still need to have their vehicles remedied again under this recall. .

Notes: Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153).

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Make(s):
MAZDA
Model(s):
MAZDA6, MAZDASPEED6, RX-8
Year(s):
2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
Manufacturer:
Mazda North American Operations
NHTSA ID:
15V382000
Recall Date:
June 17th, 2015
Units Affected:
442,266

Affected Component: Air bags:frontal:driver side inflator module.

Summary: Mazda north american operations (mazda) is recalling certain model year 2003-2008 mazda6 vehicles manufactured may 29, 2002, to may 5, 2008, 2004-2008 rx-8 vehicles manufactured april 10, 2003, to february 18, 2008, and 2006-2007 mazdaspeed6 vehicles manufactured august 4, 2005, to june 29, 2007. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion and other factors, including manufacturing variability that, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture. .

Conequence: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death. .

Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on november 20, 2015. Owners may contact mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 8215f. Note: this recall supersedes 15v345. Owners who had their vehicle's interim repair completed under recall 15v-345 still need to have their vehicles remedied again under this recall. .

Notes: Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153).

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Make(s):
MAZDA
Model(s):
MAZDA6, MAZDASPEED6, RX-8
Year(s):
2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
Manufacturer:
Mazda North American Operations
NHTSA ID:
15V869000
Recall Date:
December 23rd, 2015
Units Affected:
43,870

Affected Component: Air bags:passenger side frontal.

Summary: Mazda north american operations (mazda) is recalling certain model year 2003-2008 mazda6 vehicles manufactured may 29, 2002, to may 5, 2008, 2006-2007 mazdaspeed6 vehicles manufactured july 1, 2005, to june 29, 2007, and a limited production of model year 2004 rx-8 vehicles manufactured june 25, 2003, to june 30, 2003. The inflators in the front passenger air bags are susceptible to rupture in the event of a crash necessitating the deployment of the front passenger air bag. .

Conequence: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death. .

Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger's frontal air bag with a new one, free of charge. The recall began on february 16, 2016. Owners may contact mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 9015l. Note: this recall supersedes recalls 13v-130 and 14v-362 in their entirety. This recall partially supersedes recall 14v-773 in that model year 2003-2006 mazda6 vehicles covered by that recall are now covered by this campaign. .

Notes: Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153).

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Make(s):
MAZDA
Model(s):
MAZDA6, MAZDASPEED6, MPV, RX-8
Year(s):
2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
Manufacturer:
Mazda North American Operations
NHTSA ID:
16V354000
Recall Date:
May 25th, 2016
Units Affected:
448,320

Affected Component: Air bags:passenger side frontal.

Summary: Mazda north american operations (mazda) is recalling certain model year 2004-2011 rx-8, 2004-2006 mpv, 2003-2008 mazda6, and 2006-2007 mazdaspeed6 vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered, in alabama, california, florida, georgia, hawaii, louisiana, mississippi, south carolina, texas, puerto rico, american samoa, guam, the northern mariana islands (saipan), and the u. S. Virgin islands, or "zone a. " additionally, unless included in "zone a" above, mazda is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 rx-8, 2004-2006 mpv, 2003-2008 mazda6 vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered, in arizona, arkansas, delaware, district of columbia, illinois, indiana, kansas, kentucky, maryland, missouri, nebraska, nevada, new jersey, new mexico, north carolina, ohio, oklahoma, pennsylvania, tennessee, virginia, and west virginia, or "zone b. " lastly, unless included in "zone a" or "zone b" above, mazda is recalling certain model year 2004 mazda rx-8 and mpv, 2003-2004 mazda6 vehicles originally sold, or registered, in alaska, colorado, connecticut, idaho, iowa, maine, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, montana, new hampshire, new york, north dakota, oregon, rhode island, south dakota, utah, vermont, washington, wisconsin, and wyoming. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. .

Conequence: An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death. .

Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began july 2016. Owners may contact mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 9416e. Note: this recall is partially superseded by recall 18v402. .

Notes: Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153).

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Make(s):
MAZDA
Model(s):
MAZDA6, MAZDASPEED6, RX-8
Year(s):
2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
Manufacturer:
Mazda North American Operations
NHTSA ID:
17V474000
Recall Date:
July 26th, 2017
Units Affected:
308,992

Affected Component: Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module.

Summary: Mazda north american operations (mazda) is recalling certain model year 2003-2008 mazda6, 2004-2008 rx-8, and 2006-2007 mazdaspeed6 vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion and other factors, including manufacturing variability that, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture. .

Conequence: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death. .

Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began on september 12, 2017. Owners may contact mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1417g. Note: this recall supersedes recall 15v-382. .

Notes: Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153).

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