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2016 MAZDA MAZDA3 Recalled by Mazda North American Operations — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE

Date: September 23, 2016
Company: Mazda North American Operations
Status: Ongoing
Source: NHTSA

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Mazda will notify owners, and depending on the tank lot number, dealers will inspect the recirculation pipe weld, replacing the fuel tank, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2016. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 0216I.

Affected Products

2016 MAZDA MAZDA3. Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2016 Mazda3 vehicles manufactured September 24, 2015, to October 16, 2015. During manufacturing, the fuel tanks for the affected vehicles may have deformed, resulting in a fuel leak from the recirculation pipe welded connection.

Why Was This Recalled?

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Where Was This Sold?

Nationwide

About Mazda North American Operations

Mazda North American Operations has 48 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the NHTSA. Last updated March 27, 2026. View original report