Defect Description For Recall
Mazda Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2007-2009 Mazda3 And Mazda5 Vehicles Manufactured From April 2, 2007 Through November 30, 2008. These Vehicles May Have A Condition In Which A Sudden Loss Of Power Steering Assist Could Occur At Any Time While Driving The Vehicle.
Make Of Vehicle
MAZDA
Model Of Vehicle
MAZDA3
Year
2007
Recall Campaign Number
10V374000
Component Description
Steering:Electric Power Assist System
Effect Of Defect
Power Steering Assist Is Suddenly Lost Reducing The Driver’S Ability To Steer The Vehicle As Typically Expected, And Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Mazda Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Replace The Power Steering Pump And Lines Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On September 15, 2010. Owners May Contact Mazda Customer Assistance Center At 1-800-222-5500.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mazda Motor Corp
Start Of Manufacture
20070402
End Of Manufacture
20081130
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
215000
Date Owners Notified
20100915
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Mazda Motor Corp.
Date Report Received
20100812
Make Campaign Number
6010H