NHTSA recall 05V-325 (05V325000)

suspension recall reported July 20, 2005 - about 27,800 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 05V325000
Also written as: 05V-325
Manufacturer number: 3405G
Reported: July 20, 2005
Vehicles affected: ~27,800
Component: suspension

What is being recalled

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, DUE TO IMPROPER FORGING OF THE LOWER CONTROL ARM, CRACKS MAY OCCUR IN THE BALL JOINT SOCKET.

Why it is dangerous

IN SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS, THE BALL MAY SEPARATE FROM THE BALL JOINT SOCKET AND A LOSS OF STEERING MAY OCCUR, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE CONTROL ARMS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 30, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MAZDA AT 1-800-222-5500.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 05V-325 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Mazda RX-8 - 2004

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