NHTSA Recall 03V531000: Delivery (fuel system)
MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 56,700 vehicles. It affects 2003 Mazda MAZDA6.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V531000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 1403L |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY |
| Report received | December 16, 2003 |
| Owner notification | February 9, 2004 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel sender unit (fsu) may have been improperly installed in the fuel tank, producing an inadequate seal, and fuel may leak.
Safety risk
A fire could occur in the presence of an ignition source.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the top of the fuel tank, and if necessary, repair or replace it. Owner notification began february 9, 2004. Owners should contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.
Notes
Mazda recall no. 1403l.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 03V531000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mazda MAZDA6 | 2003 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.