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2019 Mazda MAZDA3 recalls

NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2019 Mazda MAZDA3. The most recent was reported on December 19, 2019.

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Recalls at a glance

DateCampaignPartVehicles
December 19, 201919V-907Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking35,390
July 29, 201919V-558Visibility: glass, side/rear22,571
July 5, 201919V-514Seats: front assembly, head restraint9,430
June 27, 201919V-497Engine262,220
June 7, 201919V-425Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs25,003
May 14, 201919V-363Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel17,016

Recall details

Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking

December 19, 2019 · Mazda Motor Corp. · Campaign 19V-907

What is wrong: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mazda3 vehicles. The Smart Brake System (SBS) can falsely detect an obstacle while driving, activating the automatic emergency braking system and suddenly stopping the vehicle.

Risk: Stopping the vehicle unexpectedly increases the risk of a crash.

The fix: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will update the SBS software. In addition, vehicles with certain production dates will receive an instrument cluster software update or replacement and a replacement owner's manual. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2020. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4219L.

Visibility: glass, side/rear

July 29, 2019 · Mazda Motor Corp. · Campaign 19V-558

What is wrong: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019 Mazda3 vehicles equipped with manual dimming mirrors. The adhesive between the interior rearview mirror and the housing may not be properly bonded, allowing the mirror to detach from the housing. Note: Vehicles equipped with auto dimming mirrors are not affected by this recall.

Risk: Rearward visibility will be reduced without the rearview mirror, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the interior rearview mirror assembly, free of charge. The recall began September 19, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3919G.

Seats: front assembly, head restraint

July 5, 2019 · Mazda Motor Corp. · Campaign 19V-514

What is wrong: 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.

The fix: 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.

Engine

June 27, 2019 · Mazda Motor Corp. · Campaign 19V-497

What is wrong: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018-2019 CX-5, Mazda6, and 2019 Mazda3 vehicles. A software error in the powertrain control module (PCM) may cause the engine to stall.

Risk: An unexpected stall increases the risk of a crash.

The fix: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the PCM software, 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 3719F.

Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs

June 7, 2019 · Mazda Motor Corp. · Campaign 19V-425

What is wrong: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019 Mazda3 vehicles. The lug nuts on all four wheels may loosen, potentially resulting in a wheel detaching from the vehicle.

Risk: A wheel separating from the vehicle increases the risk of a crash.

The fix: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the front and rear wheel lug nuts to the correct specification, free of charge. The recall began July 9, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3519F.

Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel

May 14, 2019 · Mazda Motor Corp. · Campaign 19V-363

What is wrong: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019 Mazda3 vehicles. Due to incorrect programing, the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light may erroneously turn off although the passenger air bag is deactivated. In addition, the seat belt status indicators for both the front passenger seat and/or rear seats may erroneously turn off although the front passenger and/or rear seat belts are unfastened.

Risk: Incorrect indicator warning lights may lead the driver and/or passengers to be unaware of deactivated air bags or unfastened seat belts, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag/seat belt status indicator assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 9, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3319E.

Other model years of the Mazda MAZDA3

All Mazda MAZDA3 recalls · All Mazda recalls

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2019 Mazda MAZDA3 have recalls?

NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2019 Mazda MAZDA3, the most recent reported on December 19, 2019. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.

What parts have been recalled on the 2019 Mazda MAZDA3?

Forward collision avoidance (1), Visibility (1), Seats (1), Engine (1).

Are recall repairs free?

In 6 of the 6 campaigns listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.