My 2006 Mazda was in a serious accident last month and my air bag did not inflate properly along with the warning logo a few days before the accident. My car was picked up and released to Geico yesterday for inspection from their at fault driver totalling my vehicle. It was a head on collision so the air bag is a big factor in a serious wreck. It was confirmed to have an active recall. The warning logo appeared on my dash right before the accident that caused a broken and dislocated hip resulting into two surgeries and a long recovery period.
2006 Mazda MAZDA3: airbags did not deploy in a crash
7 of the 166 complaints about the 2006 Mazda MAZDA3 describe airbags did not deploy in a crash.
- owner complaints
- 7
- of this car's complaints
- 4%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 6 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Airbags did not deploy in a crash by model year
What owners say
Tl* the contact called on behalf of her son who owned a 2006 mazda mazda3. The contact stated while her son was driving approximately 70 MPH and crashed into another vehicle towing a trailer, which flipped the vehicle upside down and dragged the vehicle for unknown miles. The contact stated no air bags deployed. The contact stated her son was had his hand outside of the vehicle and lost 4 fingers on his left hand and had a brain bleed. Medical attention was sought for his injuries. A police report was filed. The insurance deemed the vehicle loss. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. *dt consumer stated vehicle flipped 5 or 6 times, it finally ended up upside down after and airbags did not deployed. *jb skidding 600 feet, no airbags deployed.*jb
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mazda 3. While at a stop, another vehicle crashed into the rear of the contact's vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy and the driver, front passenger, and rear passenger seat belt restraints failed to retract. The driver, the front passenger, and the rear passenger sustained injuries to the head. The front passenger and rear passenger required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 146,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mazda mazda3. The contact stated that while driving at a unknown speeds, she rear ended another vehicle and the air bags did not deploy. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis. The mechanic stated that the vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was unavailable. The approximate failure mileage was unavailable.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 mazda 3. While idling, another vehicle crashed into the rear of the contact's vehicle while driving 40 MPH. The crash caused the contact to crash into the rear of the preceding vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The driver suffered neck, head, and shoulder bruising and contusions. The contact was wearing a seat belt, however, her face struck the steering wheel. The vehicle was towed. A police report was filed. The current and failure mileages were 20,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 mazda 3. On march 14, 2007 while completely stopped during rush hour traffic the contact's vehicle was struck from behind by a 2005 kia optima traveling at 45 MPH. The contact's vehicle was pushed to the left, spun 180 degrees and crashed head on into a 1997 toyota camry driving 45 MPH. The contact sustained a severe sprain to his right wrist, ankle and knee, and was taken to the hospital by an ambulance. Upon impact, the air bag did not deploy. There was a police report. The contact was concerned of the safety risk involved due to the air bags not deploying. The current and failure mileage were 22000.
1. Vehicle (06 mazda3) involved in 70+ MPH freeway accident that totaled vehicle. 2. Vehicle took heavy impact(s) front (multiple) and rear. 3. Airbags failed to deploy.
Service bulletins that may apply
- 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...
- Passenger fAirbag deactivation (PAD) indicator light illumination
- Mazda: information provided regarding the indicator light illumination of the passenger airbag...
- Non genuine accessories affect air bag operation
Related recalls
Air bags: frontal
- What is wrong
- Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2004-2007 Mazda3 vehicles. During air bag deployment, the plastic emblem on the steering wheel air bag module cover may shatter, and project plastic fragments into the vehicle.
- Risk
- Plastic fragments can hit occupants during air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the air bag module cover, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed between August 28, 2021 and October 28, 2021. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1‑800‑222‑5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4921G.
Recall number 21V494000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2006 Mazda MAZDA3 no deployment
Is airbags did not deploy in a crash a common problem on the 2006 Mazda MAZDA3?
7 of 166 owner complaints about the 2006 Mazda MAZDA3 (4%) mention airbags did not deploy in a crash. The model year with the most reports is 2004.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2006 Mazda MAZDA3?
There is 1 recall and 6 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2006 Mazda MAZDA3
Check engine light 11Power steering loss 11Jerking 10Airbag light 9Stalling 9Loss of power 6Won't start 6Knocking 5
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