CarRecallWatch- Component
- SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT
- Problem
- Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019 Mazda3 vehicles. The seat cover material on both front seats may interfere with the head restraint lock release button, causing it to stick in the release position and not allow the head restraint to lock into place.
- Risk
- Loose head restraints may increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Remedy
- Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will install spacers at the bottom of the lock release buttons on both front seat head restraints, free of charge. The recall began August 20, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3819F.
- 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
The seat cover material on both front seats can interfere with the head restraint lock release button. The button may stick in the release position, so the head restraint does not lock into place.
A loose head restraint may increase the risk of injury in a crash. Owners should have the front head restraints checked and repaired as soon as possible.
The repair is free. Dealers will install spacers at the bottom of the lock release buttons on both front seat head restraints. Mazda will notify owners, and you can also contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. 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 MAZDA3 | 2019 |
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