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2009 Mazda MAZDA6 recall: hinge and attachments

Mazda Motor Corp reported this safety recall on February 4, 2009. It covers about 29,000 vehicles.

vehicles affected
29,000
reported
Feb 4, 2009
owners notified
Feb 13, 2009
related complaints
123

Structure: body: door: hinge and attachments

What is wrong
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.
Risk
Driving the vehicle with the door unlatched could lead to an unbelted occupant being ejected and could result in death or injury.
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.

Recall number 09V043000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 123 complaints about body problems.

2009 Mazda MAZDA6

Questions about recall 09V043000

Is there a recall on the 2009 Mazda MAZDA6 hinge and attachments?

Yes. Recall 09V043000, reported on February 4, 2009, covers about 29,000 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 09V043000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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