Recall 21V494000

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Report Date
20210701
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Affected Vehicles
4 models

Defect Description

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2004-2007 Mazda3 vehicles. During air bag deployment, the plastic emblem on the steering wheel air bag module cover may shatter, and project plastic fragments into the vehicle.

Safety Consequence

Plastic fragments can hit occupants during air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the air bag module cover, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed between August 28, 2021 and October 28, 2021. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4921G.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2004 MAZDA MAZDA3
2005 MAZDA MAZDA3
2006 MAZDA MAZDA3
2007 MAZDA MAZDA3

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