Nov 24 2009
Auto Recalls: Mazda, Mazda3, 2009
Build Dates : 01 July, 2008 – 24 November, 2008
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 09V187000
Date Owner’s Notified: 2009-07-14
Date Received by ODI: 2009-05-29
Date Added to Database: 2009-05-29
Manufacturers Involved: MAZDA MOTOR CORP
Manufacturer’s Responsible for the Recall: MAZDA (NORTH AMERICA),INC
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 5509E
Component: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 7100
Summary:
Mazda is recalling 7,100 My 2009 Mazda3 vehicles equipped with dynamic stability control for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 126, “Electronic Stability Control System”. The yaw rate measured after completion of the sine with dwell steering input exceeded the test standards.
Consequence:
Improper operation of the electronic stability control.
Remedy:
Dealers will inspect and have the unit replaced free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before July 14, 2009.