NHTSA Recall 05V325000: Suspension: lower ball joint
MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 27,800 vehicles. It affects 2004 Mazda RX-8.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V325000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 3405G |
| Component | SUSPENSION › FRONT › CONTROL ARM › LOWER BALL JOINT |
| Report received | July 20, 2005 |
| Owner notification | August 30, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain passenger vehicles, due to improper forging of the lower control arm, cracks may occur in the ball joint socket.
Safety risk
In severe driving conditions, the ball may separate from the ball joint socket and a loss of steering may occur, which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the control arms. The recall began on august 30, 2005. Owners may contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.
Notes
Mazda recall no. 3405g.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236; (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V325000
| 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.