Transport CanadaCritical
2004 MAZDA RX-8Transport Canada Recall #2017288
The official notice
Defect
On certain vehicles, the ball joint socket area on the front lower control arm may become cracked due to an inappropriate manufacturing process of the ball joint. If a large load is applied to the suspension while driving, the ball joint may suddenly separate from the socket, which could result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.
Safety Risk
No risk description available.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the lower control arms with modified parts.
3,004 vehicles affectedMfr ref: 1117EUpdated June 10, 2026