Component
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
Manufacturer
MAZDA MOTOR CORP
What Happened
Your Mazda6 has a small part called the door hinge that helps your door close properly. In some 2009 models, this hinge can get stuck, causing the door to not latch correctly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the door doesn't latch, it could open while you're driving, and an unbuckled passenger could be thrown out of the vehicle, leading to serious injury or death.
Free Fix
Your Mazda dealer will inspect and repair or replace the door hinge at no cost to you. This service is free, and you should schedule it as soon as possible.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
MAZDA IS RECALLING 29,000 MY 2009 MAZDA6. THE OUTER DOOR HANDLES MAY STICK WHICH MAY PREVENT THE DOOR FROM LATCHING. THIS SITUATION MAY ALLOW THE DOOR TO OPEN WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
DRIVING THE VEHICLE WITH THE DOOR UNLATCHED COULD LEAD TO AN UNBELTED OCCUPANT BEING EJECTED AND COULD RESULT IN DEATH OR INJURY.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE DOOR HANDLES AND IF NECESSARY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE HANDLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 13, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MAZDA AT 1-800-222-5500.
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