Safety Recall NHTSA · 05V317000 Reported July 7, 2005

Thermal damage/high engine rpms

Mazda North American Operations · N/A · 52,000 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
05V317000
Manufacturer Campaign
3305G
Manufacturer
Mazda North American Operations
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
52,000
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 7, 2005

Defect Summary

If certain passenger vehicles are parked and the engine is operated at high rpm's for an excessive length of time, some of the parts around the exhaust system can melt and produce a variety of malfunctions. problems caused by the excessive heat build-up can range from inoperative oxygen sensor, neutral switch and back up lights, problems with the parking brakes, malfunctions of the gas gauge and/or possible fuel leaks resulting from heat damage to the fuel tank.

Safety Consequence

Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and replace parts. the recall began on august 30, 2005. owners may contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Mazda North American Operations dealer and reference recall ID 05V317000 or campaign 3305G.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 05V317000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 05V317000?

NHTSA recall 05V317000 was issued by Mazda North American Operations on July 7, 2005. It addresses: Thermal damage/high engine rpms. The recall affects approximately 52,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Mazda North American Operations dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 05V317000 or the manufacturer campaign number 3305G. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.