REC-003069

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0 Mazda Mazda3

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: Mazda Australia Pty Limited

Recall date: 19 February 2008

Defect

A bolt securing the engine and transmission assembly to one of its mounting points may loosen over time. In the worst case scenario, if the bolt comes out or breaks, the engine and transmission assembly may drop. This may allow the alternator pulley to contact the body, as a result the alternator pulley may break and the engine may stall.

Hazard

Vehicle Malfunction

Remedy

Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by mail. For further information, contact any authorised Mazda Dealer or free-call 1800 034 411 (10.00am to 4.00pm, Eastern Standard Time, Mon-Fri) to speak to a Mazda Customer Service Representative.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Mazda Australia Pty Limited — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-003069