2005-2012 Mazda 6 recalled over fuel pump issue

Mazda Australia is recalling 2500 of its 6 model because the fuel pump on the vehicles has not been correctly installed.

The issue affects 2506 cars across two variants – the Mazda 6 MPS (GG1032) and RX-8 (FE1032) made between 2005 and 2012.

According to the Department for Infrastructure, the fuel pump on the vehicles hasn’t been installed properly and retains rings which may crack and result in a leak – as well as an additional risk of damage due to heat exposure from the engine and exhaust pipe on the RX-8 variant.

If a fuel leak were to occur, the car’s underbody could catch fire.

A list of VINs for the affected vehicles is available here.

Mazda Australia will contact all affected owners and advise them to take their vehicle to their preferred dealership for replacement of the fuel pump retaining rings free of charge.

The company can be called on 1800 034 411 or contacted via email at: customersupport@mazda.com.au