2009 Mazda RX-8 Recalls & Reliability

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October 2010
2004-2009 RX-8 Clutch Pedal Assembly Warranty Extension Program
Special Service Program (SSP) 82
Dear Mazda Owner:
Mazda Motor Corporation has decided to conduct a Special Service Program (SSP) to extend
the warranty coverage for the clutch pedal assembly (replacement of the clutch pedal assembly
due to a problem with the clutch pedal bracket) on certain 2004-2009 RX-8 vehicles, produced
from April 10, 2003 through September 13, 2008.
The warranty coverage for the clutch pedal assembly will be extended to 8 years (96 months)
from the original warranty start date, with a 100,000 mileage limitation. If you are a recipient of
this notice, your vehicle is included in this program.
On certain 2004-2009 RX-8 vehicles, it is possible that the clutch pedal bracket may have a
crack, causing an abnormal noise. If the clutch pedal continues to be operated with this
condition, the clutch pedal bracket may break, changing the disengagement point of the clutch
and possibly preventing the shifting of gears.
If your RX-8 experiences this symptom, please make an appointment with a Mazda dealer to
have the vehicle inspected.
If the clutch and/or shifting problem is due to the broken clutch
pedal bracket, your dealer will replace the clutch pedal assembly
free of charge
, during the
terms of this warranty extension program.
If your vehicle is functioning normally, there is no need to contact your dealer.
We suggest
keeping this letter with the vehicle’s warranty information booklet for future reference.
If you have already paid for the replacement of the clutch pedal assembly due to a problem with
the clutch pedal bracket, you may be eligible for reimbursement of reasonable repair expenses
based on Mazda’s repair standards.
Please complete the enclosed “Reimbursement
Application Form,” including the necessary documentation, and mail it to us in the pre-
addressed envelope provided, allowing 6-8 weeks for processing.
To locate your nearest Mazda dealer, visit our web site and try our “Locate a Dealer” feature at
SUVs, Crossover Vehicles, Hatchbacks, Sports Cars, New Cars | Mazda USA or consult your local yellow pages.
Mazda North American Operations
Technical Services Division
1444 McGaw Ave.
Irvine, CA 92614-5570
SUVs, Crossover Vehicles, Hatchbacks, Sports Cars, New Cars | Mazda USA
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If you have moved or no longer own your RX-8, please complete the enclosed prepaid
Information Change Card
as soon as possible. This enables us to update our records and notify
the current owner.
If you are a vehicle lessor receiving this notice, please take steps to ensure
that this notice is forwarded to the lessee.
If you have any questions regarding this program, please contact our Customer Assistance
Center at , option #6.
Your satisfaction is a priority for Mazda. We actively work to improve our products and search
for solutions to improve your ownership experience. Please accept our apologies for any
inconvenience this program may have caused you.
Sincerely,
Mazda North American Operations