2016 MAZDA MAZDA6 RECALL - #17V546000
RECALL FOR SEATS
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016 Mazda6 vehicles. Debris from the welding process during manufacturing of the front passenger seat frame may damage the occupant classification system (OCS) wiring.
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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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Recall Details
| Vehicle |
2016 MAZDA MAZDA6 |
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| Manufacturer |
Mazda North American Operations |
| Manufactured between |
11/24/2014 - 12/9/2015 |
| Recalled on |
9/6/2017 |
| Influenced by |
Mazda North American Operations |
| Owners Notified on |
10/26/2017 |
| # Affected |
51,943 |
| Recalled for |
SEATS |
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| Description |
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016 Mazda6 vehicles. Debris from the welding process during manufacturing of the front passenger seat frame may damage the occupant classification system (OCS) wiring. |
| Consequences |
If the wiring becomes damaged, there may be a loss of power steering assist and the deactivation of the passenger air bag, increasing the risk of a crash and the risk of injury in the event of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will attach a protective pad on the seat frame. If the OCS harness is damaged, insulating tape will be applied to the harness. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began October 26, 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1517H. |
| 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. |
| See also |
2016 MAZDA MAZDA6 Recall for STEERING, ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
2016 MAZDA MAZDA6 Recall for AIR BAGS, SENSOR, OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
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