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NHTSARecalled Apr 3, 2014 · #14V170000

Fuel Tank can be Overfilled Resulting in Fuel Leak

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2014 Mazda6 vehicles manufactured October 25, 2012, through May 9, 2013. In the affected vehicles, it is possible to fill the fuel tank beyond its rated capacity. If the tank is overfilled, gas may flow into the charcoal canister (an evaporative emissions component) and possibly leak from the canister's external vent, increasing the risk of a fire.

Product details

Product
Fuel Tank can be Overfilled Resulting in Fuel Leak
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Mazda North American Operations
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Mazda will notify owners and dealers will inspect and add an adapter to the shut off valve in the fuel tank and also inspect the charcoal canister for the presence of gasoline, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 19, 2014. Owners may contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 7414D.

View the official CPSC notice