MAZDA 2016 MAZDA MAZDA3 Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2016 MAZDA MAZDA3
Brand
MAZDA
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2016
Mazda North American Operations is recalling certain 2016 MAZDA MAZDA3 vehicles due to fuel system, gasoline:storage issues. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026