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2012 MAZDA Mazda6

6 recalls Risk Grade: B- Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #14V114000 Plain English
Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Manufacturer
Mazda North American Operations
What Happened
The evaporative canister in your Mazda6 is a part that helps your fuel tank breathe. Spiders can sometimes build a web inside a hose that connects to this canister, which can block airflow and cause a vacuum
Risk if Unfixed
If the fuel tank gets a vacuum, it can crack and leak fuel, which increases the risk of a fire. This could happen while you're driving, which is a serious situation.
Free Fix
Your Mazda dealer will update the computer system that controls your engine and clean the hose that connects to the canister. If a spider web is found, they'll replace the fuel tank and a valve to prevent future problems – all for free.
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Original — What Happened
Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Mazda6 vehicles manufactured September 14, 2009, through May 2, 2011, and equipped with 2.5L engine. In the affected vehicles, spiders may weave a web in the evaporative canister vent hose, blocking it and causing the fuel tank to have an excessive amount of negative pressure.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Negative pressure could cause the fuel tank to crack resulting in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module and inspect and clean the canister vent line. If a web was found in the line, the fuel tank and check valve on canister vent line will be replaced. These repairs will be done free of charge. The recall began on April 30, 2014. Owners may contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's recall number associated with this campaign is 7214C.
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High Priority #19V782000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Manufacturer
Mazda North American Operations
What Happened
The passenger airbag in your vehicle is a safety device that deploys in a crash to protect you. In some 2007-2012 Mazda CX-7, CX-9, and Mazda6 models, the airbag inflator may not work properly over time, especially in hot and humid conditions.
Risk if Unfixed
If the inflator explodes, it could shoot sharp metal pieces into the passenger area, causing serious injury or even death.
Free Fix
Your Mazda dealer will replace the faulty airbag inflator with a safer one, at no cost to you. Please don't drive your vehicle until the repair is done. Your dealer will contact you to schedule the repair, and you should respond promptly to ensure your safety.
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Original — What Happened
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2007-2012 CX-7, CX-9, and 2009-2012 Maza6 vehicles. These vehicles had their passenger frontal air bag inflators previously replaced under a prior recall using inflators of the same design. The inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 1317F. Note: This recall supersedes recalls 16V356 and 17V012.
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High Priority #18V717000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Manufacturer
Mazda North American Operations
What Happened
The air bag inflator in your Mazda CX-9 is a critical safety component that deploys in a crash to protect you. Over time, it can weaken due to exposure to humidity and temperature changes.
Risk if Unfixed
If the inflator fails in a crash, it could explode and send sharp metal fragments flying into the passenger compartment, potentially causing severe injury or even death.
Free Fix
Your Mazda dealer will replace the faulty air bag inflator with a safer, redesigned one at no cost to you. This free repair is a top priority – you should schedule it as soon as you receive the recall notice to ensure your safety on the road.
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Original — What Happened
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Mazda CX-9 vehicles sold, or ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Additionally, unless covered in "Zone A," Mazda is recalling certain 2011-2013 Mazda6, 2011-2012 CX-7, and 2011-2015 CX-9 sold, or ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia and the District of Columbia, or "Zone B." Additionally, unless covered in Zone A or Zone B, Mazda is recalling certain 2010-2013 Mazda6, 2010-2012 CX-7, and 2010-2015 CX-9 vehicles ever registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began November 9, 2018. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 1317F.
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High Priority #17V457000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Manufacturer
Mazda North American Operations
What Happened
The air bag in the passenger seat of your vehicle is designed to inflate in a crash to protect you. The inflator is the part that makes the air bag deploy. In some older Mazda models, the inflator could rupture and release sharp metal fragments.
Risk if Unfixed
If the inflator ruptures, it could send sharp metal pieces flying towards you, causing serious injury or even death. This is a life-threatening situation that requires immediate attention.
Free Fix
Your Mazda dealer will replace the faulty inflator with a new, safer one at no cost to you. Do not drive your vehicle until the repair is done. Mazda will contact you to schedule the free repair.
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Original — What Happened
Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2012 CX-7, CX-9 and Mazda6 vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Mazda is recalling certain 2009 CX-7, CX-9 and Mazda6 vehicles sold, or ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" or "Zone B" above, Mazda is recalling certain 2007-2008 CX-7 and CX-9 sold, or ever registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is performed. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger side air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began October 4, 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1317F. Note: This recall supersedes recall 17V-012.
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Under Review #19V323000 Plain English
Component

STRUCTURE

Manufacturer
Mazda North American Operations
What Happened
The front cross member is a critical part that connects the frame of your Mazda6 to the wheels. It's the part that helps keep your vehicle stable while driving, especially on rough roads.
Risk if Unfixed
If the front cross member corrodes, it could weaken the part that holds the passenger side wheel in place. This could cause your steering to wander, making it harder to control your vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Mazda dealer will inspect the cross member and replace any damaged parts with new ones, including a drain hose to protect it from rust. They'll also apply a special wax to prevent further corrosion. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2011-2013 Mazda6 vehicles sold, or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland,Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The front cross member may corrode after exposure to road salt.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Corrosion may weaken the mounting point for the passenger side lower control arm, unexpectedly changing the steering alignment and increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the cross member and either install a side member and drain hose and apply wax to protect from rust, or install a drain hose and an improved front cross member, free of charge. The recall began June 13, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 2818I. Note: This recall is an expansion of Recall 18V-631.
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Under Review #13V425000 Plain English
Component

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

Manufacturer
Mazda North American Operations
What Happened
The door latch in your Mazda6 is the mechanism that keeps your doors closed. In some 2009-2013 models, the screws that hold it in place can become loose over time.
Risk if Unfixed
If the screws come loose, your door might swing open while you're driving, which could cause an accident or put you at risk of injury.
Free Fix
Your Mazda dealer will apply a special adhesive to the screws and tighten them securely, all at no cost to you. They'll take care of this fix when you get a recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Mazda is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Mazda6 vehicles manufactured February 4, 2008, through August 24, 2012. The door latch mounting screws may become loose.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If all three door latch mounting screws become excessively loose the door latch mechanism would not engage and the door might open while the vehicle is in motion increasing the risk of accident or injury.
Original — Remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will apply a thread locking adhesive to the door screws and retorque them, free of charge. The recall began on October 29, 2013. Owners may contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's recall number is 7013I.
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Browse by Component

AIR BAGS
3 recalls
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
1 recall
STRUCTURE
1 recall
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
1 recall

Other MAZDA Mazda6 Years

2013
4 recalls
2011
6 recalls
2010
9 recalls
2009
10 recalls
2008
5 recalls
2007
6 recalls
2006
6 recalls
2005
6 recalls
2004
7 recalls
2003
9 recalls
2002
1 recall

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