Mazda North American Operations is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Mazda6 vehicles manufactured
— Recall Campaign #16V594000
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Mazda6 vehicles manufactured February 4, 2008, to December 3, 2009. The protective coating may not have been properly applied to the air bag control unit (ACU) and, as a result, moisture may damage the unit causing it to malfunction.
The recall was influenced by the Office of Defects Investigation with about 41,918 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
16V594000
| Manufacturer: | Mazda Motor Corp. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | August 11, 2016 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 16V594000 |
| Units affected: | 41,918 |
- Description:
- Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Mazda6 vehicles manufactured February 4, 2008, to December 3, 2009. The protective coating may not have been properly applied to the air bag control unit (ACU) and, as a result, moisture may damage the unit causing it to malfunction.
- Consequeces:
- Failure of the ACU would illuminate the air bag warning light and prevent the air bags from deploying in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Corrective action:
- Mazda dealers will replace the ACU, free of charge, however parts are not currently available. The recall began June 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 9816H.
- 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.