Recall 18V426000
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Defect Description
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 Mazda CX-5 vehicles. In the event of a side impact or rollover crash, the side curtain air bags may not properly unfold during deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
Safety Consequence
If the air bags do not deploy properly in a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall began July 31, 2018. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 2718F.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | MAZDA | CX-5 |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.