Mazda Mazda3 recalls

59 official safety recalls for the Mazda Mazda3 from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

United States: nhtsa.gov/recalls
United Kingdom: check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk

Air bags may deactivate due to a sensor error
Reported May 29, 2025Model years 2024–2025NHTSA campaign 25V357000171,412 vehicles affected
A low battery condition may cause the air bag sensor unit to set an error and deactivate the air bags, increasing injury risk in a crash. Dealers will reprogram the sensor unit with improved software or replace it, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Defect
Mazda North American Operations is recalling certain 2024-2025 Mazda3 and CX30 vehicles. The Sophisticated Air Bag Sensor (SAS) units may set an error code and deactivate the air bags, due to a low battery condition.
Consequence
Air bags that do not deploy in the event of a crash increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will reprogram the SAS unit with improved software or replace the unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2025. Mazda's number for this recall is 7525E.
Forward sensing camera may disable safety systems
Reported September 3, 2024Model years 2024NHTSA campaign 24V649000672 vehicles affected
A camera malfunction may prevent automatic emergency braking and lane-keep assist from working, and stop the headlights from switching automatically from high to low beams. These systems may not work as intended, increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the camera as necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
LANE DEPARTURE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Defect
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 Mazda 3, CX-30, and 2025 CX-50 vehicles. A malfunction in the forward sensing camera (FSC) may prevent the automatic emergency braking system and the lane-keep assist system from functioning. In addition, the headlights will not automatically adjust from high beams to low beams as intended.
Consequence
Automatic braking, steering assist, and headlight control systems that do not function as intended can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the forward sensing camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2024. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6824H.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Rear-view camera images may not display
Reported November 6, 2023Model years 2023DVSA recall R/2023/3122,270 vehicles affected
Rear-view and 360 camera images may not display. Dealers will reprogramme the View Monitor Control module with improved software.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
On affected vehicles the images from the rear view / 360 cameras may not display.
Defect
On affected vehicles the images from the rear view / 360ï¿½ cameras may not display.
Remedy
Re-program the View Monitor Control (VMC) module with improved software.
Camera images may not display
Reported October 26, 2023Model years 2024NHTSA campaign 23V71800011,903 vehicles affected
A software error may prevent the rear, front or side camera image from appearing on the display, reducing the driver's view and increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Dealers will update the view monitor control module software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Defect
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 CX-90 and MAZDA3 vehicles. Due to a software error, the rearview, front, and/or side camera images may not appear on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence
A camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will update the view monitor control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 20, 2023. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6223J.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Rearview camera image may flicker or distort
Reported July 14, 2023Model years 2014–2018NHTSA campaign 23V487000236,100 vehicles affected
The rearview camera image may flicker or appear distorted, reducing the driver's view behind the vehicle and increasing crash or injury risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the camera as needed and install a wiring harness fastening seal, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Defect
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Mazda3 and 2016-2021 CX-3 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display properly by showing a flickering or distorted image.
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display properly can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera, as necessary. In addition, dealers will install a wiring harness fastening seal. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 13, 2023. Final owner letters for affected models and model years in the states of CT, MA, MD, NJ, NY, PA and VA were mailed August 14, 2024. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a future date, anticipated on or before May 1, 2025. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6023G.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Fuel pump impeller may deform and cause pump failure
Reported January 4, 2022Model years 2018–2019DVSA recall R/2021/435161,844 vehicles affected
The low pressure fuel pump impeller may deform, causing pump failure. The pump will be replaced with an improved part.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
LOW PRESSURE FUEL PUMP IMPELLER MIGHT BECOME DEFORMED
Defect
The impeller in the low-pressure fuel pump may become deformed causing fuel pump failure.
Remedy
Replace the low-pressure fuel pump with an improved part.
Fuel tank pipe weld may break
Reported December 15, 2021Model years 2015EU Safety Gate A12/00292/22
Deformation of the fuel tank may cause a pipe weld to break, resulting in a fuel leak and increased fire risk. The product is being recalled from end users.
Official EU Safety Gate text
Component
Fire
Defect
Due to possible deformation of the fuel tank, the pipes may not be properly welded onto the tank and this weld may break. A fuel leak may occur, increasing the risk of fire. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Remedy
Recall of the product from end users
Notes
Notified by France
Fuel tank valve may rupture
Reported December 15, 2021Model years 2015EU Safety Gate A12/00291/22
An improperly welded non-return valve may rupture while driving, causing a fuel leak and increasing fire risk. The product is being recalled from end users.
Official EU Safety Gate text
Component
Fire
Defect
Improperly welded non-return valve on the fuel tank may rupture when the vehicle is in use. This can result in fuel leaks, increasing the risk of fire. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Remedy
Recall of the product from end users
Notes
Notified by France
Liftgate button may lock side doors
Reported November 22, 2021EU Safety Gate A11/00006/22
If the liftgate button is pressed while the key is inside, all side doors may lock and become impossible to open from inside. The product is recalled from end users.
Official EU Safety Gate text
Component
Injuries
Defect
When the button for the electric liftgate is pressed and the key is still in the vehicle, all of the side doors are locked and cannot be opened. To unlock the doors, users have to enter the vehicle through the liftgate, increasing the risk of a injury. The product does not comply with the requirements laid down in the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Remedy
Recall of the product from end users
Notes
Notified by France
Brake support system may stop vehicle unexpectedly
Reported November 17, 2021Model years 2019EU Safety Gate A12/01662/21
The Smart Brake Support system may activate unintentionally and stop the vehicle while driving, increasing collision risk for following traffic. The product is recalled from end users.
Official EU Safety Gate text
Component
Injuries
Defect
Certain of the vehicles concerned may unexpectedly stop during driving due to inadvertent activation of the Smart Brake Support system, thereby increasing the risk of collision with a following vehicle. The product does not comply with the requirements laid down in the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Remedy
Recall of the product from end users
Notes
Notified by France
Fuel pump impeller may crack and deform
Reported November 12, 2021Model years 2018NHTSA campaign 21V875000121,038 vehicles affected
The low-pressure fuel pump impeller may crack and deform, causing the pump to fail and the engine to stall, which increases the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the fuel pumps free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 Mazda3, Mazda6, 2019 CX-3, 2018-2019 MX-5, CX-5, CX-9, and 2019-2020 Mazda2 vehicles. The impeller inside the low-pressure fuel pump may crack and deform, potentially causing the fuel pump to fail.
Consequence
Fuel pump failure may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel pumps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2022. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 5321K.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Steering wheel logo may shatter when airbag deploys
Reported August 2, 2021Model years 2020DVSA recall R/2021/27336,741 vehicles affected
The plastic steering wheel logo may shatter during airbag deployment and send fragments into the vehicle interior. The airbag module cover will be replaced with an improved part.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE PLASTIC LOGO ON THE STEERING WHEEL CENTRE MAY SHATTER AND PROJECT FRAGMENTS INTO THE VEHICLE INTERIOR DURING AN AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT
Defect
The plastic logo on the steering wheel centre may shatter and project fragments into the vehicle interior during an air bag deployment.
Remedy
The airbag module cover is to be replaced with an improved part.
Steering wheel air bag cover emblem may shatter
Reported July 1, 2021Model years 2004–2007NHTSA campaign 21V494000260,915 vehicles affected
The plastic emblem on the steering wheel air bag cover may shatter during deployment and send fragments into the vehicle, increasing injury risk. Dealers will replace the air bag module cover, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Defect
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2004-2007 Mazda3 vehicles. During air bag deployment, the plastic emblem on the steering wheel air bag module cover may shatter, and project plastic fragments into the vehicle.
Consequence
Plastic fragments can hit occupants during air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the air bag module cover, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed between August 28, 2021 and October 28, 2021. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4921G.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Tire valve may suddenly leak air
Reported February 22, 2021Model years 2021NHTSA campaign 21V101000599 vehicles affected
Air may suddenly leak from a tire valve, causing loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace all four tire valves free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
TIRES:VALVE
Defect
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2021 Mazda3 and CX-30 vehicles. Air may suddenly leak from the tire air valve.
Consequence
A sudden air leak from the tire air valve may cause a loss of vehicle control while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace all four tire air valves with new parts, free of charge. The recall began April 6, 2021. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4721B.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Front brake caliper bolts may loosen
Reported June 12, 2020Model years 2020NHTSA campaign 20V34600024,037 vehicles affected
The front brake caliper mounting bolts may not be tight, allowing calipers to loosen and reduce braking performance or interfere with wheel rotation. Dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts, or replace the caliper if bolts are missing, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
Defect
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2020 CX-30 and Mazda3 vehicles. The front brake caliper mounting bolts may not have been tightened properly during assembly, possibly allowing the calipers to loosen.
Consequence
Loose brake calipers can reduce braking performance or interfere with wheel rotation, affecting vehicle handling. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front brake caliper bolts, tightening them as necessary. If bolts are missing, the affected brake caliper will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began July 24, 2020. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4420F.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Engine may stall or fail to restart
Reported January 29, 2020Model years 2018–2019DVSA recall R/2020/010EU Safety Gate A12/1721/193,047 vehicles affected
The engine may stall or fail to restart in some driving situations. The powertrain control module will be reprogrammed with modified software.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE ENGINE MAY STALL OR FAIL TO RESTART IN SOME DRIVING SITUATIONS
Defect
The engine may stall or fail to restart in some driving situations
Remedy
PCM is reprogrammed with modified software
Smart brake support may stop the vehicle unexpectedly
Reported January 29, 2020Model years 2018–2019DVSA recall R/2020/00915,208 vehicles affected
The automated Smart Brake Support system may activate inadvertently and stop the vehicle unexpectedly. The vehicle control module will be reprogrammed with modified software.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
VEHICLES MAY UNEXPECTEDLY STOP DUE TO INADVERTENT ACTIVATION OF THE AUTOMATED SMART BRAKE SUPPORT (SBS) SYSTEM
Defect
Vehicles may unexpectedly stop due to inadvertent activation of the automated Smart Brake Support (SBS) system
Remedy
The vehicle control module is reprogrammed with modified software.
Automatic emergency braking may stop the vehicle unexpectedly
Reported December 19, 2019Model years 2019–2020NHTSA campaign 19V90700035,390 vehicles affected
The smart brake system may falsely detect an obstacle and activate automatic emergency braking, suddenly stopping the vehicle and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the system software and, for certain vehicles, update or replace instrument cluster software and provide a replacement owner’s manual free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Defect
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mazda3 vehicles. The Smart Brake System (SBS) can falsely detect an obstacle while driving, activating the automatic emergency braking system and suddenly stopping the vehicle.
Consequence
Stopping the vehicle unexpectedly increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will update the SBS software. In addition, vehicles with certain production dates will receive an instrument cluster software update or replacement and a replacement owner's manual. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2020. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4219L.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Engine air-fuel ratio software contains an error
Reported October 28, 2019Model years 2019DVSA recall R/2019/358EU Safety Gate A12/1226/19453 vehicles affected
An error in the software controlling the engine air-fuel ratio will be corrected by reprogramming the PCM with modified software.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE SOFTWARE CONTROLLING THE AIR / FUEL RATIO CONTAINS AN ERROR
Defect
Software controlling the engine air / fuel ratio contains an error.
Remedy
Reprogram the PCM with modified software.
Interior rear-view mirror glass may detach
Reported September 2, 2019Model years 2018–2019DVSA recall R/2019/266125 vehicles affected
The interior rear-view mirror glass may suddenly detach from its assembly. The mirror will be replaced with an alternative part.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE INTERIOR REAR VIEW MIRROR GLASS COULD DETACH FROM THE MIRROR ASSEMBLY
Defect
The interior rear view mirror glass could suddenly detach from the mirror assembly.
Remedy
Replace interior mirror with alternative part.
Airbag and seat belt indicator may show incorrect information
Reported July 29, 2019Model years 2018–2019DVSA recall R/2019/220EU Safety Gate A12/1228/19568 vehicles affected
The airbag and seat belt reminder indicator may display incorrect information. The indicator unit will be replaced with an assembly that has improved software.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
AIR BAG AND SEAT BELT MINDER INDICATOR UNIT MAY DISPLAY INCORRECT INFORMATION
Defect
The airbag and seat belt minder indicator unit may display incorrect information
Remedy
Replace the indicator unit assembly with one incorporating improved software
Wheel nuts may loosen
Reported July 29, 2019Model years 2018–2019DVSA recall R/2019/2191,379 vehicles affected
A manufacturing defect may cause the wheel nuts to loosen. The remedy is to tighten them to the correct torque.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
WHEEL NUTS MAY LOOSEN
Defect
A manufacturing defect may cause the wheel nuts to loosen
Remedy
Re-tighten the wheel nuts to the correct torque
Valve clearance adjuster software may operate incorrectly
Reported July 29, 2019Model years 2018–2019DVSA recall R/2019/2184,504 vehicles affected
Software controlling the hydraulic valve clearance adjuster may not work correctly. The system will be reprogrammed with improved control software.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
HYDRAULIC VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTER MAY OPERATE INCORRECTLY
Defect
The software controlling the hydraulic valve clearance adjuster may operate incorrectly.
Remedy
Reprogram the system with improved hydraulic valve adjustment control software.
Interior rearview mirror may detach
Reported July 29, 2019Model years 2019NHTSA campaign 19V55800022,571 vehicles affected
The mirror may detach from its housing, reducing rearward visibility and increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the mirror assembly free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
Defect
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019 Mazda3 vehicles equipped with manual dimming mirrors. The adhesive between the interior rearview mirror and the housing may not be properly bonded, allowing the mirror to detach from the housing. Note: Vehicles equipped with auto dimming mirrors are not affected by this recall.
Consequence
Rearward visibility will be reduced without the rearview mirror, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the interior rearview mirror assembly, free of charge. The recall began September 19, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3919G.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Soot may build up around the intake shutter valve
Reported July 25, 2019Model years 2012–2018DVSA recall R/2019/187211,305 vehicles affected
Soot may accumulate around the intake shutter valve on the engine inlet. The valve will be checked, cleaned or replaced, and the software updated.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
SOOT MAY ACCUMULATE AROUND THE INTAKE SHUTTER VALVE ON THE INLET SIDE OF THE ENGINE
Defect
Soot may accumulate around the intake shutter valve on the inlet side of the engine.
Remedy
Check clean or replace the intake shutter valve and update software.
Front head restraints may not lock in place
Reported July 5, 2019Model years 2019NHTSA campaign 19V5140009,430 vehicles affected
Seat cover material may cause the head restraint release button to stick, preventing the restraint from locking in place and increasing the risk of injury in a crash. Dealers will install spacers on the buttons free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT
Defect
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019 Mazda3 vehicles. The seat cover material on both front seats may interfere with the head restraint lock release button, causing it to stick in the release position and not allow the head restraint to lock into place.
Consequence
Loose head restraints may increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will install spacers at the bottom of the lock release buttons on both front seat head restraints, free of charge. The recall began August 20, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3819F.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Software error may cause engine to stall
Reported June 27, 2019Model years 2019NHTSA campaign 19V497000262,220 vehicles affected
A powertrain control module software error may cause the engine to stall unexpectedly, increasing crash risk. Dealers will reprogram the software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Defect
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018-2019 CX-5, Mazda6, and 2019 Mazda3 vehicles. A software error in the powertrain control module (PCM) may cause the engine to stall.
Consequence
An unexpected stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the PCM software, free of charge. The recall began August 20, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3719F.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Wheel lug nuts may loosen
Reported June 7, 2019Model years 2019NHTSA campaign 19V42500025,003 vehicles affected
Lug nuts on all four wheels may loosen, potentially causing a wheel to detach and increasing crash risk. Dealers will tighten the lug nuts to the correct specification free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Defect
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019 Mazda3 vehicles. The lug nuts on all four wheels may loosen, potentially resulting in a wheel detaching from the vehicle.
Consequence
A wheel separating from the vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the front and rear wheel lug nuts to the correct specification, free of charge. The recall began July 9, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3519F.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Front wipers may stop working
Reported May 21, 2019Model years 2015–2017DVSA recall R/2019/14838,934 vehicles affected
A defective relay may make the front windscreen wipers inoperable. The remedy is to replace the front body control module with one using an improved wiper relay.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE FRONT WINDSCREEN WIPERS MAY BECOME INOPERABLE
Defect
The front windscreen wipers may become inoperable due to a defect in the relay.
Remedy
Replacement of the front body control module with an improved wiper relay design.
Air bag and seat belt indicators may show incorrect status
Reported May 14, 2019Model years 2019NHTSA campaign 19V36300017,016 vehicles affected
The passenger air bag deactivation or seat belt indicators may turn off even when the air bag is deactivated or a seat belt is unfastened. This may leave occupants unaware of the status and increase injury risk. Dealers will replace the indicator assembly free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Defect
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019 Mazda3 vehicles. Due to incorrect programing, the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light may erroneously turn off although the passenger air bag is deactivated. In addition, the seat belt status indicators for both the front passenger seat and/or rear seats may erroneously turn off although the front passenger and/or rear seat belts are unfastened.
Consequence
Incorrect indicator warning lights may lead the driver and/or passengers to be unaware of deactivated air bags or unfastened seat belts, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag/seat belt status indicator assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 9, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3319E.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Wiper relay may cause windshield wipers to stop
Reported April 4, 2019Model years 2016–2018NHTSA campaign 19V272000187,880 vehicles affected
A defective relay may make the windshield wipers inoperative, reducing driver visibility and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the front body control module with one using an improved relay design free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Defect
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Mazda3 vehicles. A defective windshield wiper relay may cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative, reducing the driver's visibility.
Consequence
Reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of crash.
Remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front body control module with a new module which uses an improved wiper relay design, free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3219D.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Loose injector nuts may cause the engine to stall
Reported September 17, 2018Model years 2012–2016DVSA recall R/2018/28933,063 vehicles affected
Insufficiently tightened injector nuts may let combustion gas leak and contaminate the engine oil, potentially blocking the strainer and causing the engine to stall. The engine will be checked and repaired or replaced if needed, and the injectors retightened.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
INJECTOR MOUNTING NUTS TIGHTENING FORCE MAY BE INSUFFICIENT
Defect
The tightening force of the injector mounting nuts may be insufficient. This could cause combustion gas to leak from the injector and contaminate the engine oil within the cylinder head. This in turn could cause the engine oil strainer to become blocked. This could cause the engine to stall. Engine Pressure Oil Light appears along with the engine malfunction indicator. Possible Engine Stall without Warning
Remedy
Vehicles affected will have the engine checked for contamination and repaired / replaced if necessary. The Fuel injectors will also be re-tightened to the appropriate torque.
Fuel injector control fault may stall the engine
Reported September 17, 2018Model years 2012–2016DVSA recall R/2018/288146,625 vehicles affected
Incorrect control of injector electric current may short the injector circuit and stall the engine without warning. The injector control software will be reprogrammed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
FUEL INJECTOR SOFTWARE DOES NOT CONTROL THE ELECTRIC CURRENT CORRECTLY
Defect
The Software controlling the fuel injectors does not control the electric current correctly. This may cause the injector control circuit to short circuit and cause the engine to stall. Results in possible Engine Stall without Warning
Remedy
Vehicles affected will have the injector control software re-programmed
Vacuum pump wear may reduce braking assistance
Reported September 17, 2018Model years 2012–2016DVSA recall R/2018/23634,494 vehicles affected
Premature vacuum pump wear may reduce brake servo assistance when the pedal is pressed quickly at low engine speed, causing a momentary decrease in braking performance. A modified vacuum pump will be fitted.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
VACUUM PUMP MAY WEAR PREMATURELY.
Defect
The vacuum pump may wear prematurely meaning that in some applications where the brake pedal is pressed quickly whilst at low engine speed ï¿½ the servo assistance provided by the vacuum system in decreased. This could cause a momentary decrease in braking performance. Braking assistance available to the driver can be reduced
Remedy
Vehicles affected will be fitted with a modified Vacuum pump.
Engine protection software may fail
Reported April 2, 2018Model years 2015–2017DVSA recall R/2018/08714,574 vehicles affected
If engine speed reaches its maximum with no load, faulty protection logic may fail to cut the engine, potentially causing severe engine damage. The engine protection software will be reprogrammed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
SOFTWARE ERROR CAN CAUSE ENGINE TO FAIL
Defect
On the subject vehicles the engine protection logic does not work properly. When the engine speed reaches maximum with no engine load present ï¿½ the software is unable to cut the engine. This could in extreme cases cause catastrophic engine failure. Immediate and catastrophic engine damage may result.
Remedy
Re-program the engine protection software within the PCM.
Exhaust valve spring may fail and stall the engine
Reported November 21, 2017Model years 2018NHTSA campaign 17V745000144 vehicles affected
An incorrect exhaust valve spring may fail while driving and cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will inspect the engine and replace any incorrect springs free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Defect
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.
Consequence
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Parking brake actuator shaft may corrode and bind
Reported June 22, 2017Model years 2014–2016NHTSA campaign 17V393000227,814 vehicles affected
Water may enter the brake caliper and corrode or bind the parking brake actuator shaft, preventing the brake from engaging or releasing fully. If it does not engage properly, the vehicle may move on a slope. Dealers will check the shafts and replace corroded ones free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
PARKING BRAKE
Defect
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Mazda6 and 2014-2016 Mazda3 vehicles. Water could possibly enter the brake caliper causing the parking brake actuator shaft to corrode and possibly bind.
Consequence
If the parking brake actuator shaft binds, the parking brake may not engage or disengage fully. If the parking brake does not engage properly, the vehicle may move unexpectedly if it is parked on a slope, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will check the parking brake actuator shafts, replacing any that are corroded, free of charge. Remedy parts are currently unavailable. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed August 24, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1217F.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Tailgate struts may corrode and detach
Reported May 31, 2017Model years 2008–2013DVSA recall R/2017/163730,872 vehicles affected
Water may enter the tailgate strut cylinders, causing corrosion that can weaken their attachment and let the tailgate drop. Dealers will replace both struts.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
TAILGATE MAY DROP DOWN WITHOUT WARNING
Defect
Water may penetrate the tailgate strut cylinder. This may cause corrosion which may affect the strut's attachment.
Remedy
Replace both tailgate struts on affected vehicles
Driver's seat mounting points may fail
Reported May 31, 2017Model years 2009–2010DVSA recall R/2017/150285,516 vehicles affected
One or more mounting points between the driver's seat and runner may fail. The seat frame will be inspected; damaged parts will be repaired or replaced, and reinforcement brackets and push nuts fitted as needed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
MOUNTING POINTS FOR SEAT RUNNER MAY FAIL
Defect
One or more of the mounting points between the runner and the driverï¿½s seat may fail.
Remedy
On affected vehicles inspect the driverï¿½s seat frame to determine if seat lifter links are damaged. If no damage is evident fit reinforcement brackets and ï¿½push nutsï¿½. If damage is present to the seat lifter link replace seat frame. If damage is restricted to stabilizer bar then the bar will be repaired plus brackets andï¿½ push nutsï¿½ fitted.
Seat height adjuster links may break
Reported February 9, 2017Model years 2010–2011NHTSA campaign 17V082000173,859 vehicles affected
Seat height adjuster links may break or detach, tilting the seat and making it hard for the driver to maintain a proper driving position, which increases crash risk. Dealers will inspect the links and install a reinforcement bracket or replace the seat adjuster, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEATS
Defect
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2011 Mazda2 and 2010-2011 Mazda3 and Mazdaspeed3 vehicles equipped with a manual seat lifter. In the affected vehicles, the seat height adjustment lifter links may break or detach from the seat frame and the seat angle may incline causing the driver to not be able to maintain an appropriate driving position.
Consequence
If the driver cannot maintain an appropriate driving position, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat lifter links and install a reinforcement bracket to the lifter links, or replace the entire seat adjuster unit, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 0917B.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Fuel tank pipe weld may leak
Reported September 23, 2016Model years 2016NHTSA campaign 16V6850003,849 vehicles affected
A deformed fuel tank may leak at the recirculation pipe weld, increasing the risk of fire if fuel reaches an ignition source. Dealers will inspect the weld and replace the tank as needed free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
Defect
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2016 Mazda3 vehicles manufactured September 24, 2015, to October 16, 2015. During manufacturing, the fuel tanks for the affected vehicles may have deformed, resulting in a fuel leak from the recirculation pipe welded connection.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and depending on the tank lot number, dealers will inspect the recirculation pipe weld, replacing the fuel tank, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2016. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 0216I.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Fuel tank valve weld may fail and leak
Reported September 22, 2016Model years 2014–2016NHTSA campaign 16V68400017,484 vehicles affected
The fuel tank inlet check valve weld may fail and allow fuel to leak, increasing the risk of fire if fuel reaches an ignition source. Dealers will inspect the weld and replace the tank as needed free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Defect
Mazda Motors North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Mazda3 vehicles manufactured January 4, 2014, to September 18, 2015. The fuel tank of the affected vehicles may have been improperly handled during manufacturing and, as a result, the welded attachment of the Inlet Check Valve (ICV) may fail and allow fuel to leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and depending on the tank lot number, dealers will inspect the ICV weld, replacing the fuel tank, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2016. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 0116I.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Lift gate support struts may corrode or break
Reported September 6, 2016Model years 2010–2013NHTSA campaign 16V644000580,455 vehicles affected
Corroded lift gate support struts may break or let the lift gate drop unexpectedly, potentially hitting someone and causing injury. Dealers will replace both lift gate supports, free of charge; parts are not currently available.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
Defect
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Mazda3 and Mazdaspeed3 vehicles manufactured November 18, 2008, to June 8, 2013, 2012-2015 Mazda5 vehicles manufactured October 26, 2010, to June 22, 2015, 2016 CX-3 vehicles manufactured June 1, 2015, to December 26, 2015, and 2013-2016 CX-5 vehicles manufactured December 15, 2011, to December 26, 2015. On the affected vehicles, the lift gate support struts may corrode, possibly causing the struts to break and/or the lift gate to drop unexpectedly.
Consequence
If the lift gate falls unexpectedly, it may hit the user, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
Mazda dealers will replace the both lift gate supports, free of charge, however parts are not currently available. The recall began April 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 9916H.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Fuel shut-off valve may cause leaks or stalling
Reported October 2, 2015Model years 2015–2016NHTSA campaign 15V62100014,411 vehicles affected
Do not drive: the maker advises not to drive affected vehicles until they are repaired.
The fuel shut-off valve may let fuel enter the emissions system, where it could leak or cause the engine to stall, increasing fire or crash risk. Dealers will inspect the valve and replace it and affected emissions components as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Defect
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Mazda3 vehicles manufactured May 21, 2015, to August 25, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with a fuel tank with a shut-off valve that can allow fuel to enter into the fuel tank emissions systems. If enough fuel enters the emission system it may leak out onto the ground or result in an engine stall.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. An engine that stalls increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle's fuel shut-off valve. As needed, the fuel shut-off valve and the affected fuel tank emissions system components will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on October 20, 2015. Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the repairs have been completed. Mazda will provide rental cars until that time. Owners may contact the Mazda Customer Experience Center at 1-800- 222-5500, option #6. Mazda's number for this recall is 8615J.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Engine may not restart after stop-start operation
Reported October 21, 2014Model years 2013–2014DVSA recall R/2014/134788 vehicles affected
The engine may not restart as expected after i-stop operation, and the check engine light will illuminate. The engine control module will be reprogrammed with modified calibration.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ENGINE MAY STALL
Defect
Engine may not restart when customer expects after i-stop operation. Although check engine light on dashboard will illuminate.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and re-programme the engine Power Control Module (PCM) with a modified calibration.
Alternator belt may slip in heavy rain
Reported April 3, 2014Model years 2014NHTSA campaign 14V1730005,700 vehicles affected
In heavy rain or deep puddles, the alternator belt may slip and software may incorrectly detect charging system failure. Charging may stop, causing poor acceleration, loss of steering assist or wiper operation, or an engine stall. Dealers will update the software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Defect
Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2014 Mazda3 vehicles manufactured June 12, 2013, through December 18, 2013, and model year 2014-2015 Mazda6 vehicles manufactured May 20, 2013, through December 4, 2013, and both equipped with a 2.5L engine and a regenerative engine braking system. When driving the affected vehicles in heavy rain or in deep puddles, the alternator belt may slip causing the Power Control module (PCM) to incorrectly assume failure of the charging system.
Consequence
Once the PCM assumes that the charging system has failed, the vehicle will stop charging and could result in poor acceleration, loss of steering assist and windshield wiper operation, and a possible engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the PCM with updated software, free of charge. The recall began on May 19, 2014. Owners may contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 7314D.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Front wiper motor may stop working
Reported July 12, 2011Model years 2008DVSA recall R/2011/07111,354 vehicles affected
A poor electrical earth connection may cause the front windscreen wiper motor to stop suddenly. An additional earth wire will be fitted between the motor and vehicle body.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
WIPER MOTOR MAY FAIL
Defect
Front windscreen motor may suddenly stop operating. The cause of the problem is due to a poor electrical earth connection.
Remedy
The remedy is a fitment of an additional earth wire between the wiper motor and body of the vehicle.
Windshield wipers may stop working
Reported June 15, 2011Model years 2008–2009NHTSA campaign 11V329000103,300 vehicles affected
A bent wiper motor ground terminal may increase electrical resistance over time until the wipers stop working. Loss of wipers in adverse weather may increase crash risk. Dealers will install an additional ground harness free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
Defect
MAZDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 MAZDA3 AND MAZDASPEED3 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 7, 2008, THROUGH NOVEMBER 28, 2008. THE GROUND TERMINAL OF THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR MAY HAVE BEEN INADVERTENTLY BENT DURING ASSEMBLY. IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS THEN OVER TIME THE ELECTRICAL RESISTANCE OF THE MOTOR CIRCUIT MAY INCREASE UP TO A POINT THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WOULD NOT WORK.
Consequence
THE LOSS OF WIPER FUNCTION IN ADVERSE WEATHER COULD POTENTIALLY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN ADDITIONAL GROUND HARNESS ON THE WIPER MOTOR FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE JULY 15, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MAZDA CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER AT 1-800-222-5500.
Notes
MAZDA SAFETY RECALL NO. 6411F.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .
Power steering assist may fail
Reported August 12, 2010Model years 2007–2009NHTSA campaign 10V374000215,000 vehicles affected
The power steering assist may suddenly stop while driving, making the vehicle harder to steer and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the power steering pump and lines free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Defect
MAZDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 MAZDA3 AND MAZDA5 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 2, 2007 THROUGH NOVEMBER 30, 2008. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSIST COULD OCCUR AT ANY TIME WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE.
Consequence
POWER STEERING ASSIST IS SUDDENLY LOST REDUCING THE DRIVER'S ABILITY TO STEER THE VEHICLE AS TYPICALLY EXPECTED, AND INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
MAZDA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE POWER STEERING PUMP AND LINES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 15, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MAZDA CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER AT 1-800-222-5500.
Notes
OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .
Electronic stability control may operate improperly
Reported May 29, 2009Model years 2009NHTSA campaign 09V1870007,100 vehicles affected
The electronic stability control system may not meet performance requirements, resulting in improper operation. Dealers will inspect and replace the unit free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Defect
MAZDA IS RECALLING 7,100 MY 2009 MAZDA3 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 126, "ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL SYSTEM". THE YAW RATE MEASURED AFTER COMPLETION OF THE SINE WITH DWELL STEERING INPUT EXCEEDED THE TEST STANDARDS.
Consequence
IMPROPER OPERATION OF THE ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND HAVE THE UNIT REPLACED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 14, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MAZDA AT 1-800-222-5500.
Notes
MAZDA RECALL NO. 5509E.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .
Engine harness may short against starter housing
Reported April 16, 2009Model years 2010NHTSA campaign 09V12600025,400 vehicles affected
Vibration may damage the engine harness covering, allowing wires to short against the starter housing. This can affect engine control or shifting; a blown main fuse may stall the engine and prevent restart. Dealers will inspect the harness, fit a protector clip and repair it if needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect
MAZDA IS RECALLING 25,400 MY 2010 MAZDA3 VEHICLES. A CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE ENGINE HARNESS AND THE HOUSING OF STARTER MOTOR MAY BE INSUFFICIENT. DUE TO THIS, THE COVERING OF THE HARNESS MAY BE DAMAGED THROUGH VIBRATION DURING OPERATION POSSIBLY CAUSING A SHORT-CIRCUIT BETWEEN CERTAIN HARNESS WIRES AND THE STARTER HOUSING. A SHORT-CIRCUIT CAN RESULT IN ENGINE CONTROL MALFUNCTION AND/OR POOR SHIFT QUALITY.
Consequence
THE MAIN FUSE MAY BLOW OUT CAUSING THE ENGINE TO STALL AND INABILITY OF RESTART, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL HAVE THE ENGINE HARNESS INSPECT AND ADD A PROTECTOR CLIP ON THE AFFECTED SECTION OF THE HARNESS. IF NECESSARY, THE HARNESS WILL BE REPAIRED. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON MAY 6, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MAZDA AT 1-800-222-5500.
Notes
MAZDA RECALL NO. 5409D.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .
Engine speed may increase unexpectedly
Reported February 9, 2009Model years 2006–2008DVSA recall R/2008/19463,416 vehicles affected
White smoke may come from the exhaust and engine speed may increase while driving. The power control module will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ENGINE REVS MAY INCREASE INADVERTENTLY
Defect
It is possible that white smoke can occur from the exhaust pipe and engine speed may increase whilst driving.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles and replace Power Control Module.
Engine mounting bolt may be under-tightened
Reported April 8, 2008Model years 2006–2007DVSA recall R/2008/0507,930 vehicles affected
The number 4 engine mounting bolt may not be tight enough, which could cause the mounting to fail under sudden acceleration. The bolt will be checked and corrective action taken if its torque is outside specification.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ENGINE MOUNTING MAY FAIL UNDER SUDDEN ACCELERATION
Defect
It has been identified that the number 4 engine mounting bolt may not have been tightened to the correct torque during production. This could result in the engine mounting failing under sudden acceleration.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will have the mounting bolt checked for compliance. Should the torque on the subject bolt be found to be outside of the specification.The appropriate action as described in the technical instruction will be applied as necessary.
Engine mounting bolt may loosen or fail
Reported July 19, 2007Model years 2006–2007DVSA recall R/2007/100430 vehicles affected
Repeated sudden acceleration may loosen the No. 4 engine mounting bolt. It could drop off and break, allowing the transmission to move out of position and, in the worst case, the driveshaft to detach and drive to be lost. Bolt torque will be checked and the bolt replaced with a modified version if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ENGINE MOUNTING BOLT MAY FAIL
Defect
No 4 Engine mounting tightening bolt may loosen if a sudden acceleration is repeatedly carried out. If vehicle is continually used under such conditions No 4 mounting bolt may drop off and break allowing transmission to be out of position and in the worst case the driveshaft may detach resulting in loss of drive.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles to check mounting bolt torque and if necessary replace bolt with modified version.
Engine mount bolt may loosen or break
Reported July 10, 2007Model years 2007NHTSA campaign 07V2950005,700 vehicles affected
Repeated sudden acceleration may loosen the No. 4 engine mount bolt. It could pull out or break, shifting the transmission; the drive shaft could detach, causing loss of power and a possible crash. Dealers will inspect and replace the bolt, and, if needed, the mount rubber and bracket free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Defect
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE NO. 4 LEFT SIDE ENGINE MOUNT BOLT MAY LOOSEN IF A SUDDEN RAPID ACCELERATION IS REPEATEDLY PERFORMED.
Consequence
IF THE VEHICLE IS CONTINUOUSLY DRIVEN UNDER SUCH CONDITION, THE NO. 4 ENGINE MOUNT BOLT MAY LOOSEN AND PULL OUT OR BREAK, ALLOWING THE TRANSMISSION TO BE OUT OF POSITION. IN EXTREME CASES, THE DRIVE SHAFT MAY BECOME DETACHED. IF THIS OCCURS THE VEHICLE WILL LOSE POWER AND WILL COME TO A STOP, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE NO. 4 ENGINE MOUNT BOLT WITH A MODIFIED ONE, AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE NO. 4 ENGINE MOUNT RUBBER AND BRACKET WITH NEW ONES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALLBEGAN ON JULY 13, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MAZDA AT 800-222-5500 .
Notes
MAZDA RECALL NO. 4607F.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Floor mat may catch the accelerator pedal
Reported February 15, 2007Model years 2007NHTSA campaign 07V0520001,700 vehicles affected
Insufficient clearance may let the accelerator pedal catch behind the optional floor mat, preventing the vehicle from decelerating as expected when the pedal is released. Owners will return the mats to dealers and be sent a new floor mat free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EQUIPMENT
Defect
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH OPTIONAL ACCESSORY ALL WEATHER FLOOR MATS, THERE IS INSUFFICIENT CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE FLOOR MAT AND ACCELERATOR PEDAL.
Consequence
IN THIS SITUATION IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL MIGHT GET STUCK BEHIND THE FLOOR MAT, WHICH MAY PREVENT THE VEHICLE FROM PROPERLY DECELERATING WHEN THE ACCELERATOR IS RELEASED INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
OWNERS WILL BE INSTRUCTED TO RETURN THE FLOOR MATS TO DEALERS AND WILL BE SHIPPED A NEW FLOOR MAT FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 7, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MAZDA AT 1-800-222-5500.
Notes
MAZDA RECALL NO. 4407B.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Restricted oil flow may cause engine failure
Reported August 16, 2006Model years 2004DVSA recall R/2006/114181 vehicles affected
Misaligned oil feeds may restrict flow to the cylinder head and camshaft carrier, potentially causing engine malfunction. Vehicles in the affected range will be fitted with a new partial engine.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ENGINE MAY SEIZE
Defect
It has been identified that on a small number of vehicles the oil feed in the cylinder head and camshaft carrier may not be correctly aligned allowing the oil flow to be restricted. If this this allowed to continue it is likely to result in an engine malfunction when the mileage exceeds 62000.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will be checked for their presence in the affected range and fitted with a new partial engine if so identified.
Air bag may not deploy in a frontal crash
Reported November 22, 2004Model years 2005NHTSA campaign 04V5590002 vehicles affected
A damaged solder connection in the acceleration sensor may prevent the air bag from deploying in a frontal crash, risking serious injury. Dealers repaired the affected vehicles.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE
Defect
ON TWO PASSENGER VEHICLES, A CRACK IN THE SOLDER CONNECTION ATTACHING THE ACCELERATION SENSOR IN THE SAS UNIT MADE CONTACT WITH THE BASE PLATE, DAMAGING THE SOLDER CONNECTION.
Consequence
THE AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY WHEN THE VEHICLE IS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL CRASH AND IT CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURIES.
Remedy
DEALERS REPAIRED THESE VEHICLES. THE TWO VEHICLE OWNERS WERE CONTACTED BY TELEPHONE ON NOVEMBER 22, 2004, AND THESE VEHICLES HAVE BEEN REPAIRED.
Notes
MAZDA RECALL NO. 2504K. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Airbag sensor may short after water enters
Reported September 24, 2004Model years 2004NHTSA campaign 04V46800042,000 vehicles affected
A crack in the crash zone sensor housing may let in water and cause a short. The airbag warning light may come on, and the airbag may not deploy as designed in certain frontal crashes. Dealers will inspect the sensor and replace it if necessary.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE
Defect
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, A CRACK IN THE AIR BAG CRASH ZONE SENSOR HOUSING CAN ALLOW WATER TO ENTER THE SENSOR, CAUSING A SHORT CIRCUIT AND ILLUMINATING THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT.
Consequence
IF THIS PROBLEM EXISTS, THE AIR WILL NOT DEPLOY AS DESIGNED IN CERTAIN TYPES OF FRONTAL CRASHES, INCREASING THE RISK OF DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY TO THE DRIVER AND FRONT SEAT PASSENGER.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE CRASH ZONE SENSOR AND REPLACE IT, IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 28, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT MAZDA AT 1-800-222-5500.
Notes
MAZDA RECALL NO.2304J.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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Air bags may deactivate due to a sensor error

Forward sensing camera may disable safety systems

Rear-view camera images may not display

Camera images may not display

Rearview camera image may flicker or distort

Fuel pump impeller may deform and cause pump failure

Fuel tank pipe weld may break

Fuel tank valve may rupture

Liftgate button may lock side doors

Brake support system may stop vehicle unexpectedly

Fuel pump impeller may crack and deform

Steering wheel logo may shatter when airbag deploys

Steering wheel air bag cover emblem may shatter

Tire valve may suddenly leak air

Front brake caliper bolts may loosen

Engine may stall or fail to restart

Smart brake support may stop the vehicle unexpectedly

Automatic emergency braking may stop the vehicle unexpectedly

Engine air-fuel ratio software contains an error

Interior rear-view mirror glass may detach

Airbag and seat belt indicator may show incorrect information

Wheel nuts may loosen

Valve clearance adjuster software may operate incorrectly

Interior rearview mirror may detach

Soot may build up around the intake shutter valve

Front head restraints may not lock in place

Software error may cause engine to stall

Wheel lug nuts may loosen

Front wipers may stop working

Air bag and seat belt indicators may show incorrect status

Wiper relay may cause windshield wipers to stop

Loose injector nuts may cause the engine to stall

Fuel injector control fault may stall the engine

Vacuum pump wear may reduce braking assistance

Engine protection software may fail

Exhaust valve spring may fail and stall the engine

Parking brake actuator shaft may corrode and bind

Tailgate struts may corrode and detach

Driver's seat mounting points may fail

Seat height adjuster links may break

Fuel tank pipe weld may leak

Fuel tank valve weld may fail and leak

Lift gate support struts may corrode or break

Fuel shut-off valve may cause leaks or stalling

Engine may not restart after stop-start operation

Alternator belt may slip in heavy rain

Front wiper motor may stop working

Windshield wipers may stop working

Power steering assist may fail

Electronic stability control may operate improperly

Engine harness may short against starter housing

Engine speed may increase unexpectedly

Engine mounting bolt may be under-tightened

Engine mounting bolt may loosen or fail

Engine mount bolt may loosen or break

Floor mat may catch the accelerator pedal

Restricted oil flow may cause engine failure

Air bag may not deploy in a frontal crash

Airbag sensor may short after water enters