NHTSA recall · Reported August 31, 2017
MAZDA 2016: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016 Mazda6 vehicles. Debris from the welding process during manufacturing of the front passenger seat frame may dama…
Mazda recalled Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016 Mazda6 vehicles. Debri….
MAZDA 2016: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM was recalled by Mazda in August 31, 2017. Reason: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016 Mazda6 vehicles. Debris from the welding p…. Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will attach a protective pad on the seat frame. If…. Verify recall #17V546000 with the NHTSA before acting.
The recall
Mazda issued this NHTSA recall-Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016 Mazda6 vehicles. Debris from the welding p….
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- August 31, 2017
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Sourced from official NHTSA enforcement records. Verify recall #17V546000 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
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Product description
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016 Mazda6 vehicles. Debris from the welding process during manufacturing of the front passenger seat frame may damage the occupant classification system (OCS) wiring.
Reason for recall
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016 Mazda6 vehicles. Debris from the welding process during manufacturing of the front passenger seat frame may damage the occupant classification system (OCS) wiring.
Hazard
If the wiring becomes damaged, there may be a loss of power steering assist and the deactivation of the passenger air bag, increasing the risk of a crash and the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy, what to do
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will attach a protective pad on the seat frame. If the OCS harness is damaged, insulating tape will be applied to the harness. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began October 26, 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1517H.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | National Highway Traffic Safety Administration |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 17V546000 |
| Date reported | August 31, 2017 |
| Date initiated | August 31, 2017 |
| Recalling firm | Mazda |
| Affected scope | Not disclosed |
| Distribution | United States |
| Official source | NHTSA notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official NHTSA enforcement record. Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
What to do with this recall
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will attach a protective pad on the seat frame. If the OCS harness is damaged, insulating …
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- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
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