NHTSA Recall 04V075000: Manual transmission (power train)
MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 12,000 vehicles. It affects 2004 Mazda RX-8.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V075000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 1704B |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › MANUAL TRANSMISSION |
| Report received | February 17, 2004 |
| Owner notification | March 5, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain passenger vehicles with manual transmissions, the heat insulator may be cracked causing abnormal noise.
Safety risk
Continued operation of the vehicle can cause the insulator to come off and could pose a hazard to following vehicles.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the heat insulator. The recall began march 5, 2004. Owners should contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.
Notes
Mazda recall no. 1704b.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 04V075000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mazda RX-8 | 2004 |
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.