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Recalls

Structure

Recall date April 25, 2019
Models affected
  • 2011 Mazda Mazda6
  • 2012 Mazda Mazda6
  • 2013 Mazda Mazda6
Units affected 7,008
Details

Issue: The front cross-member may rust due to a manufacturing defect.

This could affect handling and cause reduced steering control.

Note: This problem only affects cars registered and operated in areas of heavy road salt usage during winter months (Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland & Labrador), Safety Risk: Reduced handling and steering control could increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Actions: Mazda will notify owners by mail and instruct them to take their car to a dealership to inspect the front cross-member and install a drain hose.

Depending on its condition, the dealer will install a reinforcement and a wax coating, or replace the front cross-member.

Note: This is an expansion of Recall 2018-504.

Additional information may be available on Transport Canada's website