Recall 19V272000: Mazda MAZDA3

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

Vehicle recall filed Apr 4, 2019 187,880 units

Summary

The problem. Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Mazda3 vehicles. A defective windshield wiper relay may cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative, reducing the driver's visibility.

The risk. Reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of crash.

The fix. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front body control module with a new module which uses an improved wiper relay design, free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3219D.

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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
19V272000
Manufacturer campaign
3219D
Manufacturer
Mazda North American Operations
Report received
April 4, 2019
Owners notified
May 7, 2019
Built
Jul 20, 2015 – Jul 18, 2017
Units affected
187,880
Initiated by
the manufacturer

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.