5 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
Posted on: 2004-09-24
Description
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.
Corrective Action
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).
DEFECT #2 - EQUIPMENT
Posted on: 2009-04-03
Description
Thule, inc. Is recalling 2,323 owner-installed roof-mounted fit kits, models 3068 and 3069, manufactured between january 1, 2008 and february 28, 2009 that are used with thule podium foot packs, models 460 and 460r. These fit kits were sold as aftermarket equipment for use on the vehicles listed above. The bolt(s) used to secure the foot to the vehicle was manufactured to a hardness that may cause the bolt(s) to be brittle and potentially break under stress.
Consequence
This may result in the bolt(s) snapping off during use or without a load. The unsecured rack and load can then come loose while driving creating a potential road hazard, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Thule will mail a retro fit kit along with repair instructions to owners free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before april 13, 2009. Owners may contact thule toll-free at 1-800-238-2388.
Notes
This recall only pertains to thule aftermarket roof mounted load carriers and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.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 http://www.safercar.gov .
DEFECT #3 - AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Posted on: 2021-07-01
Description
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.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the air bag module cover, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed august 25, 2021. A second letter will be sent once the remedy is available. 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.
DEFECT #4 - AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Posted on: 2021-07-01
Description
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.
Corrective Action
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.
DEFECT #5 - AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Posted on: 2021-07-01
Description
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.
Corrective Action
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.