2004 Mazda Mazda3 | 2005 Mazda Mazda3 | 2006 Mazda Mazda3 | 2007 Mazda Mazda3 — Air bags: frontal
Published July 1, 2021 · Recall initiated: July 1, 2021
Summary
NHTSA records recall 21V494000, published July 1, 2021. Recalling firm: Mazda Motor Corp.; 2004 Mazda Mazda3 | 2005 Mazda Mazda3 | 2006 Mazda Mazda3 | 2007 Mazda Mazda3 — Air bags: frontal.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- MAZDA
- Model
- MAZDA3
- Manufacturer
- Mazda Motor Corp.
- Lot
- 2004 MAZDA MAZDA3 | 2005 MAZDA MAZDA3 | 2006 MAZDA MAZDA3 | 2007 MAZDA MAZDA3
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2004 Mazda Mazda3 | 2005 Mazda Mazda3 | 2006 Mazda Mazda3 | 2007 Mazda Mazda3 — Air bags: frontal recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 21V494000 on July 1, 2021. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MAZDA. Model: MAZDA3.