Mazda North American Operations is recalling certain 2016-2023 MX-5 Miata vehicles
— Recall Campaign #24V695000
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016-2023 MX-5 Miata vehicles. A software error in the air bag control module may cause the front air bags to deploy with excessive force during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 77,670 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
24V695000
| Manufacturer: | Mazda Motor Corp. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | September 18, 2024 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 24V695000 |
| Units affected: | 77,670 |
- Description:
- Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016-2023 MX-5 Miata vehicles. A software error in the air bag control module may cause the front air bags to deploy with excessive force during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Consequeces:
- An air bag that deploys with excessive force can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Dealers will update the Sophisticated Air Bag Sensor (SAS) control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 7, 2024. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 6924I.
- 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.