Component
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
Manufacturer
MAZDA MOTOR CORP
What Happened
We're recalling the front seat heater/cooler system in your Mazda CX-9 because there's a chance it could overheat in very cold weather.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, it could cause the seat cushion to burn or even start a fire, which is a serious safety risk.
Free Fix
To fix this, the dealer will install an extra grounding wire on the seat heater control system and replace the circuit if needed, all free of charge.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
MAZDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 CX-9 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ELECTRICALLY HEATED FRONT SEATS. THERE IS A POSSIBILITY UNDER EXTREMELY COLD CONDITIONS FOR THE SEAT HEATER CONTROL CIRCUIT TO OVERHEAT AND FAIL DUE TO INSUFFICIENT ELECTRICAL GROUNDING.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS MAY CAUSE BURN DAMAGE OF THE SEAT CUSHION SURFACE, OR A RISK OF SMOKE/FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN ADDITIONAL GROUND HARNESS ON THE SEAT HEATER CONTROL SYSTEM. THE SEAT HEATER CONTROL CIRCUIT WILL BE REPLACED IF NECESSARY AND/OR THE SEAT WILL BE REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 9, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MAZDA AT 1-800-222-5500.
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