The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·16V644000·Announced 2016-09-06

Mazda Recalls Vehicles Due to Corroded Lift Gate Support Struts

Mazda is recalling specific 2010-2016 models because lift gate support struts may corrode and break, causing the gate to drop unexpectedly and injure users.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural defect where a heavy component may drop unexpectedly, posing a risk of injury to the user, but no specific injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Mazda North American Operations is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Mazda3 and Mazdaspeed3 vehicles, 2012-2015 Mazda5 vehicles, 2016 CX-3 vehicles, and 2013-2016 CX-5 vehicles. The recall covers approximately 580,455 vehicles manufactured between November 18, 2008, and December 26, 2015.

On the affected vehicles, the lift gate support struts may corrode. This corrosion can cause the struts to break, which may result in the lift gate dropping unexpectedly. If the lift gate falls, it may hit the user, increasing their risk of injury.

Mazda dealers will replace both lift gate supports free of charge. However, parts are not currently available. The recall began in April 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 9916H. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or go to www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
MAZDA MAZDASPEED3, MAZDA3, MAZDA5, CX-5
Brand
MAZDA
Manufacturer
Mazda North American Operations
Category
Vehicle — Lift Gate / Hatchback
Hazard
Affected units
580,455

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 (5)

  • MAZDASPEED3
  • MAZDA3
  • MAZDA5
  • CX-5
  • CX-3

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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