Component
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Manufacturer
MAZDA MOTOR CORP
What Happened
Your fuel pump's electrical connection might not be completely dry due to a small mistake in the manufacturing process, which could cause corrosion and damage to the connection.
Risk if Unfixed
If the connection is damaged, your fuel pump could stop working, causing your engine to stall and potentially leaving you stranded, which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
You should take your vehicle to the dealership, where they will inspect the fuel pump connector, replace it if necessary, and repair the electrical harness at no cost to you.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
MAZDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 MAZDA5 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 29, 2009, THROUGH APRIL 28, 2010.
WATER MAY NOT HAVE BEEN REMOVED COMPLETELY FROM THE HARNESS CONNECTOR OF THE FUEL PUMP DUE TO VARIATIONS IN THE FUEL TANK LEAK CHECK PROCESS PERFORMED BEFORE VEHICLE ASSEMBLY. THE CONNECTOR PIN MAY CORRODE, POTENTIALLY CAUSING THE PIN TO BREAK.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS COULD LEAD TO AN INOPERATIVE FUEL PUMP, ENGINE STALL AND THE INABILITY TO RESTART THE ENGINE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL PUMP CONNECTOR AND IF NECESSARY IT WILL BE REPLACED AND THE HARNESS WILL BE REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 6, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MAZDA CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER AT 1-800-222-5500.
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