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- AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
- Problem
- Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2004-2007 Mazda3 vehicles. During air bag deployment, the plastic emblem on the steering wheel air bag module cover may shatter, and project plastic fragments into the vehicle.
- Risk
- Plastic fragments can hit occupants during air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the air bag module cover, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed between August 28, 2021 and October 28, 2021. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4921G.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
The plastic emblem on the steering wheel airbag module cover may shatter when the airbag deploys, sending plastic fragments into the vehicle. These fragments can strike occupants during deployment and increase the risk of injury.
If you own one of these vehicles, an authorized dealer will replace the airbag module cover free of charge. Owner letters were mailed between August 28, 2021 and October 28, 2021. You can also contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4, and reference Mazda recall number 4921G. 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 | 2004200520062007 |
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