Before I received the recall notice I had taken the car in to star mazda an authorized dealer in glendale twice for the airbag light warning sign which had been lit up on the dashboard. Twice star mazda charged me $140.00 for diagnostics and couldn't find the problem with the light. After I received the notice I took the car in and after two hours they indicated that they replace the parts needed and it is a simple recall and its not so important. The airbag malfunction light is still lit on the dashboard and my regular mechanic stated that the airbag might not function on my car since the malfunction light is lit. Please advise. I have another mazda with the same problem and the dealer refuses to resolve the airbag warning sign which is on right after I turn on the vehicle. The other mazda VIN # is [xxx]. Please advise. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
2007 Mazda CX-7: airbag warning light
22 of the 528 complaints about the 2007 Mazda CX-7 describe airbag warning light.
- owner complaints
- 22
- of this car's complaints
- 4%
- typical mileage
- 104,376
- recalls
- 3
Airbag warning light by model year
What owners say
Airbag light stays on and only goes off when car is shut off.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 mazda cx-7. While operating the vehicle, the air bag warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was previously repaired for an unknown air bag related recall. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the technician stated that the air bags were not connected in the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. Mazda of crystal lake (360 s illinois rte 31, crystal lake, il 60012 (779) 994-4403) was contacted. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 156,000.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 mazda cx-7. The contact stated that the steering wheel was tight and difficult to turn left or right. In addition, the air bag warning light illuminated. The dealer (shortline mazda,90 havana st, aurora, co 80010, (303) 364-2200 ) was contacted and they indicated that the part needed was not available for the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v356000 (air bags). The vehicle was also included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v593000 (suspension) and the dealer made no mention of that recall and when the parts and remedy may be provided from the manufacturer. The manufacturer was notified of the failures and the contact was waiting to determine if they may be able to supply a solution to the dealer for the failures as well as the remedy and parts for the two recall repairs. The vehicle was last left at the dealers due to the steering wheel failure and the air bag warning light remaining illuminated. The failure mileage was not available. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Takata recall: passenger side airbag light comes on intermittently and sometimes stays on or blinks. While driving the vehicle at 60 MPH it swerved without warning to the right causing the passenger side tires to fall off the shoulder of the highway and nearly resulting in loss of control.
I received the primary notification of safety recall in july 2016. I have not received any more information since then, the air bag indicator pops in the dashboard often and I cannot take my care to the emission test until the problem is corrected.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 mazda cx-7. The contact stated that there was an abnormal noise progressing from the front of the vehicle. The dealer inspected the vehicle eight months prior to the noise was heard and stated that the vehicle could be driven. Upon leaving the dealer, the contact noticed extensive smoke coming from the rear exhaust that affected the contact's visibility. The dealer replaced the turbo, which failed prematurely. In addition, the dealer indicated that they repaired an air bag recall, but the air bag warning indicator remained illuminated near the front passenger side. The contact had to turn the system off with a switch in the glove box due to the failure. The dealer was asked months ago by the contact to complete the repair for the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v593000 (suspension), but the manufacturer had not yet supplied the remedy and parts to receive the recall repair. The approximate failure mileage was 92,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 mazda cx-7. While driving 55 MPH, the vehicle veered to the right and left without warning. The contact also mentioned that the air bag warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v593000 (suspension). The part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 108,000.
Takata recall: driver side air bag light is coming on while driving, so far on city streets. Since there was an issue with passenger side air bag, concerned there may be an issue with driver side, as well.
December 2015 I had my car towed to a mazda dealership (aaa service said to do so because of the noise and fear the vvt would break while in motion) to replace the vvt (timing chain) and valve cover gaskets - paying out of pocket. As of today, 2/12/16, the same noise, but louder, still occurs when I start the car and drive. The air bag light is on and was on when I took it in. No mention of was made. Also, when I received my receipt, they had the mileage wrong by 20,000 miles (potentially affecting carfax reports) , and indicated on the sheet that other areas such as lights were fine and they were not. They did mention that my turbo may need replacing soon (another consistent complaint). There was a class action suit filed in nj regarding this and it was thrown out. Why isn't the government doing something about all of these similar complaints? Where do I go since I just don't trust mazda dealerships?
The air bag light came on suddenly. I put of the vehicle on a few times hoping the light will go off, but it never did. For three days now the air bag light of the driver side has remained alight. Even when the vehicle is stationary and the engine is turned on, the air bag comes on immediately.
Bought the car at 103500 and noticed shortly after purchase that the airbag light comes on in the instrument panel. After extensive online research and contact with the dealership, I discovered that the airbag light indicates the airbag may not deploy in the event of an accident. Since this appears to be a common problem, I would suggest that mazda issue a recall to prevent further injuries, as there have already been a few that I've seen online. It is a severe safety issue.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Subject: UPDATE
- This information is provided to help address Passenger Airbag Deactivation (PAD) Indicator illumination...
- The Workshop Manual has two-different airbag procedures, one for Standard Deployment and one for Two-Step...
- Stopper plates for air bag module connectors have been established as new service parts.
- Takata recalls general information purpose: this page was created to assist with handling takata air bag...
- Passenger fAirbag deactivation (PAD) indicator light illumination
- Mazda: information provided regarding the indicator light illumination of the passenger airbag...
- Mazda: air bag module (inflator no
Related recalls
Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- 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.
Recall number 19V782000 · Recall details
Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- 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.
Recall number 17V457000 · Recall details
Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module
- What is wrong
- Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2009-2011 Mazda6, and 2007-2011 CX-7 and CX-9 vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
- Risk
- An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy
- Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is performed. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began on August 30, 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 16V356 and all vehicles that were not remedied under that campaign are now covered by this one.
Recall number 17V429000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2007 Mazda CX-7 airbag light
Is airbag warning light a common problem on the 2007 Mazda CX-7?
22 of 528 owner complaints about the 2007 Mazda CX-7 (4%) mention airbag warning light. The model year with the most reports is 2007.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2007 Mazda CX-7?
There are 3 recalls and 13 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2007 Mazda CX-7
Engine failure 70Fire or smoke 64Check engine light 38Loss of power 37Stalling 23Ball joint 20Grinding brakes 20Knocking 18Power steering loss 16Won't start 13Headlights 7Overheating 7Whining noise 7
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