Safety Recall NHTSA · 17V745000 Reported November 21, 2017

Incorrect valve spring may cause engine stall

Mazda North American Operations · Engine And Engine Cooling · 144 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
17V745000
Manufacturer Campaign
1717K
Manufacturer
Mazda North American Operations
Component
Engine And Engine Cooling
Vehicles Affected
144
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
November 21, 2017
Completion Rate
100.00

Defect Summary

Mazda north american operations (mazda) is recalling certain 2018 mazda3 vehicles, equipped with an incorrect exhaust valve spring. the incorrect exhaust valve spring may fail while driving, potentially causing an engine stall.

Safety Consequence

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engines and replace any incorrect exhaust valve springs, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin january 20, 2018. owners may contact mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. mazda's number for this recall is 1717k.

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 17V745000 or campaign 1717K.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 17V745000

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

What is recall 17V745000?

NHTSA recall 17V745000 was issued by Mazda North American Operations on November 21, 2017. It addresses: Incorrect valve spring may cause engine stall. The recall affects approximately 144 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Mazda North American Operations dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17V745000 or the manufacturer campaign number 1717K. 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.