Mazda Motor Corp. | NHTSA Recall #09V126000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09V126000 by Mazda Motor Corp.. Includes 25,400 affected units, ENGINE HARNESS, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Mazda is recalling 25,400 my 2010 mazda3 vehicles. a clearance between the engine harness and the housing of starter motor may be insufficient. due to this, the covering of the harness may be damaged through vibration during operation possibly causing a short-circuit between certain harness wires and the starter housing. a short-circuit can result in engine control malfunction and/or poor shift quality.

Corrective Action

Dealers will have the engine harness inspect and add a protector clip on the affected section of the harness. if necessary, the harness will be repaired. this service will be performed free of charge. the recall is expected to begin on may 6, 2009. owners may contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 09V126000
Manufacturer: Mazda Motor Corp.
Report Received Date: 2009-04-16T00:00:00
Subject: Engine harness
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 25,400

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 5409D
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mazda is recalling 25,400 my 2010 mazda3 vehicles. a clearance between the engine harness and the housing of starter motor may be insufficient. due to this, the covering of the harness may be damaged through vibration during operation possibly causing a short-circuit between certain harness wires and the starter housing. a short-circuit can result in engine control malfunction and/or poor shift quality.
Consequence Summary: The main fuse may blow out causing the engine to stall and inability of restart, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dealers will have the engine harness inspect and add a protector clip on the affected section of the harness. if necessary, the harness will be repaired. this service will be performed free of charge. the recall is expected to begin on may 6, 2009. owners may contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-n2ee~3zt7~mj99
NHTSA ID: 09V126000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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