Mazda North American Operations | NHTSA Recall #17V546000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V546000 by Mazda North American Operations. Affecting 2016 mazda6 vehicles Includes 51,943 affected units, Weld Spatter may cause OCS fault, component: AIR BAGS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2016 mazda6 vehicles

Defect Summary

Mazda north american operations (mazda) is recalling certain 2016 mazda6 vehicles. debris from the welding process during manufacturing of the front passenger seat frame may damage the occupant classification system (ocs) wiring.

Corrective Action

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will attach a protective pad on the seat frame. if the ocs harness is damaged, insulating tape will be applied to the harness. these repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall began october 26, 2017. owners may contact mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. mazda's number for this recall is 1517h.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V546000
Manufacturer: Mazda North American Operations
Report Received Date: 2017-08-31T00:00:00
Subject: Weld spatter may cause ocs fault
Component: Air Bags
Potentially Affected Units: 51,943

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 1517H
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mazda north american operations (mazda) is recalling certain 2016 mazda6 vehicles. debris from the welding process during manufacturing of the front passenger seat frame may damage the occupant classification system (ocs) wiring.
Consequence Summary: If the wiring becomes damaged, there may be a loss of power steering assist and the deactivation of the passenger air bag, increasing the risk of a crash and the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will attach a protective pad on the seat frame. if the ocs harness is damaged, insulating tape will be applied to the harness. these repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall began october 26, 2017. owners may contact mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. mazda's number for this recall is 1517h.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 73.28

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NHTSA ID: 17V546000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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