Recall 09V187000: Mazda MAZDA3

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

Vehicle recall filed May 29, 2009 7,100 units

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

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.