Recall 09V187000: Mazda MAZDA3
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Summary
The problem. 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.
The risk. Improper operation of the electronic stability control.
The fix. Dealers will inspect and have the unit replaced free of charge. The recall began on july 14, 2009. Owners may contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.
Mazda recall no. 5509E.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 09V187000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 5509E
- Manufacturer
- MAZDA MOTOR CORP
- Report received
- May 29, 2009
- Owners notified
- July 14, 2009
- Built
- Jul 1, 2008 – Nov 24, 2008
- Units affected
- 7,100
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Safety standard
- FMVSS 126
Affected vehicles
- Mazda MAZDA3: 2009
Is your car affected? Only a VIN check tells you whether a specific vehicle is included and still unrepaired – use NHTSA's lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call the manufacturer. Recall repairs are free.