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- AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION; SEATS; STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Welding debris left inside the front passenger seat frame during manufacturing can damage the occupant classification system wiring. If that wiring is damaged, the vehicle may lose power steering assist and the passenger airbag may be turned off. Both effects raise the risk of a crash and the risk of injury in a crash.
The remedy is free at an authorized dealer. Dealers will attach a protective pad to the seat frame, and if the occupant classification harness is already damaged, they will apply insulating tape to it. Owners can also contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 (Mazda recall number 1517H). Check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Mazda MAZDA6 | 2016 |
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