Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Passenger Vehicles, A Crack In The Air Bag Crash Zone Sensor Housing Can Allow Water To Enter The Sensor, Causing A Short Circuit And Illuminating The Air Bag Warning Light.
Make Of Vehicle
MAZDA
Model Of Vehicle
MAZDA3
Year
2004
Recall Campaign Number
04V468000
Component Description
Air BAGS:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module
Effect Of Defect
If This Problem Exists, The Air Will Not Deploy As Designed In Certain Types Of Frontal Crashes, Increasing The Risk Of Death Or Serious Injury To The Driver And Front Seat Passenger.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect The Crash Zone Sensor And Replace It, If Necessary. The Recall Began On October 28, 2004. Owners Should Contact Mazda At 1-800-222-5500.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mazda North American Operations
Start Of Manufacture
20030624
End Of Manufacture
20040322
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
42000
Date Owners Notified
20041028
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mazda Motor Corp.
Date Report Received
20040924
Make Campaign Number
2304J