Recall 13V425000

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

Report Date
20130924
Component
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Affected Vehicles
5 models

Defect Description

Mazda is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Mazda6 vehicles manufactured February 4, 2008, through August 24, 2012. The door latch mounting screws may become loose.

Safety Consequence

If all three door latch mounting screws become excessively loose the door latch mechanism would not engage and the door might open while the vehicle is in motion increasing the risk of accident or injury.

Remedy

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will apply a thread locking adhesive to the door screws and retorque them, free of charge. The recall began on October 29, 2013. Owners may contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's recall number is 7013I.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2009 MAZDA MAZDA6
2010 MAZDA MAZDA6
2011 MAZDA MAZDA6
2012 MAZDA MAZDA6
2013 MAZDA MAZDA6

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.