2010–2011 Mazda MAZDASPEED3, MAZDA3, MAZDA2 recall: Seats
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 17V082000
- Reported
- February 9, 2017
- Manufacturer
- Mazda Motor Corp.
- Part
- Seats
- Vehicles affected
- About 173,859
What is wrong
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2011 Mazda2 and 2010-2011 Mazda3 and Mazdaspeed3 vehicles equipped with a manual seat lifter. In the affected vehicles, the seat height adjustment lifter links may break or detach from the seat frame and the seat angle may incline causing the driver to not be able to maintain an appropriate driving position.
Safety risk
If the driver cannot maintain an appropriate driving position, there is an increased risk of a crash.
The fix
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat lifter links and install a reinforcement bracket to the lifter links, or replace the entire seat adjuster unit, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 0917B.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
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.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Mazda MAZDA2 (2011); Mazda MAZDA3 (2010, 2011); Mazda MAZDASPEED3 (2010, 2011). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
If the driver cannot maintain an appropriate driving position, there is an increased risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat lifter links and install a reinforcement bracket to the lifter links, or replace the entire seat adjuster unit, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 0917B.
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.