Mazda 2 Recall R/2016/186: Fuel May Leak, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 31 Aug 2016
- Launched
- 1,489
- vehicles in the UK
- AG008A
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Mazda recalled 2 vehicles built between 6 January 2015 and 31 January 2015. Silicone may have adhered to the welding surface of the rollover valve (ROV) fitted to the fuel tank during production The presence of silicone may have an effect on the welding causing the possibility of a fuel leak. The dealer will replace fuel tank on affected vehicles. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Silicone may have adhered to the welding surface of the rollover valve (ROV) fitted to the fuel tank during production The presence of silicone may have an effect on the welding causing the possibility of a fuel leak.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: FUEL MAY LEAK Defect: On affected vehicles silicone may have adhered to the welding surface of the rollover valve (ROV) fitted to the fuel tank during production The presence of silicone may have an effect on the welding causing the possibility of a fuel leak. Remedy: Replace fuel tank on affected vehicles.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause the possibility of a fuel leak.
The Fix
The dealer will replace fuel tank on affected vehicles.
Are You Affected?
2 built between 6 January 2015 and 31 January 2015 may be included. Mazda estimates 1,489 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Mazda, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Mazda.
- Book with any franchised Mazda dealer, quoting the campaign code AG008A or the DVSA reference R/2016/186. See how to get a Mazda recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2, 3, 6Mounting points for seat runner may fail | Low | R/2017/150 | |
| 2Fuel may leak | Urgent | R/2017/054 | |
| MX5Fuel pipe concern | Urgent | R/2025/442 | |
| CX-3, CX-5, MAZDA2, MAZDA3 and 2 moreLow pressure fuel pump impeller might become deformed | Urgent | R/2021/435 | |
| MAZDA6, RX-8Fuel may leak from fuel pump rings | Urgent | R/2021/411 |
This is one of 103 Mazda recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mazda recall launched before it was R/2016/143 on 30 Jun 2016, for steering may fail. The one launched after it was R/2017/054 on 31 Aug 2016, for fuel may leak. You can also see every Mazda recall, the Mazda MAZDA2 recall history, all recalls launched in 2016 and fuel leak recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2016/186, launched 31 August 2016. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.