- Component
- TIRES:TREAD/BELT
- Problem
- Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019 CX-9 vehicles equipped with Sumitomo Falken ZIEX CT50 A/S tires, size P255/50R20 104V, having date code 1619. An incorrect rubber compound may have been used in the tire's manufacturing, allowing the tread to separate and detach.
- Risk
- A detached tire tread can decrease vehicle stability and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect all four tire serial numbers, replacing the tires as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 4, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4019J.
- 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
Certain tires on these vehicles were made with an incorrect rubber compound, which may allow the tread to separate and detach from the tire while driving.
A detached tire tread can reduce vehicle stability and increase the risk of a crash. Owners should take the warning seriously and have their tires checked promptly.
Dealers will inspect all four tire serial numbers and replace any affected tires free of charge. Mazda will also notify owners directly. You can contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4, and reference recall 4019J. You can also check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Mazda CX-9 | 2019 |
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