Mazda Recalls 2020 Mazda3 and CX-30 for Brake Caliper Bolt Issue
Mazda is recalling 2020 Mazda3 and CX-30 vehicles because front brake caliper mounting bolts may not have been tightened properly, which could reduce braking performance.
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 in the braking system that can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Mazda North American Operations is recalling certain 2020 Mazda3 and CX-30 vehicles. The recall involves approximately 24,037 vehicles where the front brake caliper mounting bolts may not have been tightened properly during assembly. This defect could allow the brake calipers to loosen.
Loose brake calipers can reduce braking performance or interfere with wheel rotation, which affects vehicle handling. These conditions can increase the risk of a crash. No specific injuries or crashes have been reported in the source text.
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front brake caliper bolts and tighten them as necessary. If bolts are missing, the affected brake caliper will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on July 24, 2020. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4, or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- MAZDA MAZDA3, CX-30
- Brand
- MAZDA
- Manufacturer
- Mazda North American Operations
- Category
- Vehicle — Braking System
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 24,037
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 (2)
- MAZDA3
- CX-30
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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