2018 MAZDA MX-5 RECALL - #19V072000
RECALL FOR POWER TRAIN : AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION : CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016-2019 MX-5 (Miata) vehicles with automatic transmissions. Due to incorrect programming of the Transmission Control Module (TCM), certain conditions may cause the vehicle to unexpectedly downshift and abruptly decelerate.
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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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Recall Details
| Vehicle |
2018 MAZDA MX-5 |
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| Manufacturer |
Mazda North American Operations |
| Manufactured between |
4/20/2015 - 12/11/2018 |
| Recalled on |
2/8/2019 |
| Influenced by |
Mazda North American Operations |
| Owners Notified on |
3/14/2019 |
| # Affected |
14,370 |
| Recalled for |
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) |
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| Description |
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016-2019 MX-5 (Miata) vehicles with automatic transmissions. Due to incorrect programming of the Transmission Control Module (TCM), certain conditions may cause the vehicle to unexpectedly downshift and abruptly decelerate. |
| Consequences |
If the vehicle abruptly downshifts, the driver may lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the TCM with corrected software, free of charge. The recall began March 14, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3019A. |
| 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 |
2018 MAZDA MX-5 Recall for FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, DELIVERY, FUEL PUMP
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