Mazda North American Operations | NHTSA Recall #95V103005
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 95V103005 by Mazda North American Operations. Includes 360,433 affected units, INTERIOR SYSTEMS:ACTIVE RESTRAINTS:BELT BUCKLES, component: SEAT BELTS, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
The front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. These red plastic release buttons are marked "press." if a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to operate improperly.
Corrective Action
Owners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front safety belt buckles and carefully inspect the red release button for any breaks or cracks. They should ensure that both buckles are operating properly by inserting each latch plate into its buckle, tugging on the belt to make sure the latch is securely locked, and then pressing the release button. The latch plate should pop out of the buckle when the button is pressed. If either release button shows a sign of breaking or cracking or if either buckle fails to operate properly, owners should promptly contact their authorized dealer to schedule an appointment to have the buckle replaced or repaired, free of charge. The manufacturer is developing a remedy designed to prevent failure of the buttons that are not currently broken.