Reason for recall: It has been identified that on a small number of vehicles the oil feed in the cylinder head and camshaft carrier may not be correctly aligned allowing the oil flow to be restricted. If this this allowed to continue it is likely to result in an engine malfunction when the mileage exceeds 62000.
When was it announced?
Aug 16, 2006
What action are Mazda taking?
Recalled vehicles will be checked for their presence in the affected range and fitted with a new partial engine if so identified.
Does this affect your 3?
This issue affects 3, this particular recall is for the 3.