Part associated with recall 1017E has failed due to improper installation.
2005 Mazda RX-8 fuel system problems
15 complaints (9% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 87,466.
- owner complaints
- 15
- of this car's complaints
- 9%
- typical mileage
- 87,466
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- Storage: tank assembly1
At what mileage
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Mazda RX-8 fuel system problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2005 Mazda RX-8 fuel system
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 RX-8 vehicles. Heat from the engine and the exhaust may cause the main fuel pump pipe to crack.
- Risk
- If the fuel pump pipe cracks, fuel may leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump filter kit, free of charge. The recall began on July 31, 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1‑800‑222‑5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1017E.
Recall number 17V354000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 RX-8 vehicles manufactured April 10, 2003, to February 18, 2008. The affected vehicles have fuel pump sealing rings that may deteriorate due to exposure to heat from the engine or exhaust pipe.
- Risk
- The deteriorated seals may leak fuel, which, in the presence of an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump sealing ring set and add a thermal insulation pad to the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began July 31, 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1‑800‑222‑5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 0516J.
Recall number 16V793000 · Recall details
What 2005 Mazda RX-8 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Fuel leak at gas tank area caused massive fire.
Takata recall making a complaint about not doing recall in a timely manor
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 mazda rx-8. While driving various speeds, a fuel odor emitted through the vents of the vehicle. The fuel odor was all around the vehicle while parked and fuel leaked underneath the driver side of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to kuhn mazda (3934 w kennedy blvd, tampa, fl 33609, phone: (877) 225-9956), but was not diagnosed. The dealer stated that the fuel system needed to be taken down to find where the failure was coming from and there would be a fee. The vehicle was not repaired due to the diagnostic and repair fees. The VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v793000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 87,466.
Hello. How are you? I hope everything is going well for you. I am an owner of 2005 mazda rx8. I was a faculty of one university at texas by 2016. However, I left USA last fall and currently settled down in korea. I also took my car (2005 mazda rx8) from USA to korea. In terms of safety recall notices, I asked mazda USA to solve two safety recall issues (mazda recall #: 1017e—fuel tank leak as well as 9416e—takata recall) for my car. Unfortunately, there are no mazda dealer shops in korea, so I asked to mazda USA to send the parts via the mail to replace bad parts for my car. However, they rejected my requests and they said only mazda (certified) mechanic should complete the repairs. I am wondering if I can solve these serious safety recall issues. Am I not a customer of mazda because im not staying in the us anymore? Should I just wait and see my car results in fire and serious damage from takata airbag? Virtually, my mazda rx8 has currently fuel tank leaking issue (please see the attached photo). I realize that my request may be an imposition given your other commitments, but I would appreciate it very much if you can help me solve these two safety recall issues. Although im not staying in the us anymore, I still believe im a customer of mazda. If you need more information, I would be glad to provide more information (e.g., my auto insurance records in the us, etc.). Im looking forward to getting your attention. Thank you so much.
TAKATA INFLATORS: the federal safety agency RECALL # 17V‑011 HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED FUEL PUMP FAULTY: the federal safety agency RECALL # 16V‑793 HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 mazda rx-8. After the vehicle was repaired per the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v793000 (fuel system), the contact noticed fuel leaking from the fuel tank. The local dealer (paretti mazda 4000 veterans memorial blvd metairie, la 70002) was informed of the failure, but failed to return the contact's phone call. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer could not be reached. The failure mileage was approximately 43,269.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 mazda rx-8. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v793000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2005 mazda rx-8. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 15v382000 (air bags) and 16v793000 (fuel system, gasoline). The parts needed for the repair were not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available and parts distribution disconnect. Updated 04/19/17 *lj
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 mazda rx-8. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 16v793000 (fuel system, propulsion), 15v382000 (air bags), and 16v354000 (air bags). The parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available. Parts distribution disconnect.
Questions about the 2005 Mazda RX-8 fuel system
Does the 2005 Mazda RX-8 have fuel system problems?
Owners have filed 15 complaints about the fuel system of the 2005 Mazda RX-8, 9% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2005 Mazda RX-8 fuel system problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 87,466 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2005 Mazda RX-8 fuel system?
Yes, 2 recalls: 17V354000, 16V793000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Mazda RX-8 have the most fuel system problems?
The Mazda RX-8 model years with the most fuel system complaints are 2004 (39 complaints) and 2005 (15 complaints).
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