ID: #13V425000
MFR: Mazda North American Operations
SYSTEM_COMPONENT
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
EVENT_SUMMARY
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.
RISK_ASSESSMENT
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.
RESOLUTION_PROTOCOL
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.