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SevereNHTSA·15V674000·Announced 2015-10-19

Mazda Recalls 1989-1998 Vehicles for Ignition Switch Fire Risk

Mazda is recalling approximately 1.37 million vehicles from 1989-1998 because grease in the ignition switch may overheat and cause a fire. Owners should contact a dealer for a free replacement.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (ignition switch) with a stated consequence of increased fire risk, which aligns with the rubric criteria for a score of 4 (Severe).

Plain-English summary

Mazda North American Operations is recalling certain model year 1989-1998 MPV, 1990-1995 323, 1990-1998 Protege, 1992-1993 MX-3, 1993-1995 929, 1993-1997 MX-6, and 1993-1998 626 vehicles. The recall covers approximately 1,368,500 units.

The defect involves grease applied to the contact points inside the ignition switch, which may become conductive and overheat. If the ignition switch overheats, there is an increased risk of a fire.

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch free of charge. The recall began on December 17, 2015. Owners may contact Mazda Customer Experience Center at 1-800-222-5500, option #6, or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
MAZDA 323, MX3, 626, 929
Brand
MAZDA
Manufacturer
Mazda North American Operations
Category
Vehicle — Passenger Cars and Vans
Hazard
Affected units
1,368,500

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (7)

  • 323
  • MX3
  • 626
  • 929
  • PROTEGE
  • MPV
  • MX-6

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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