2010 Mazda MAZDA3 recall: electrical system
Mazda Motor Corp reported this safety recall on April 16, 2009. It covers about 25,400 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 25,400
- reported
- Apr 16, 2009
- owners notified
- Apr 21, 2009
- related complaints
- 50
Electrical system
- What is wrong
- Mazda is recalling 25,400 my 2010 mazda3 vehicles. A clearance between the engine harness and the housing of starter motor may be insufficient. Due to this, the covering of the harness may be damaged through vibration during operation possibly causing a short-circuit between certain harness wires and the starter housing. A short-circuit can result in engine control malfunction and/or poor shift quality.
- Risk
- The main fuse may blow out causing the engine to stall and inability of restart, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will have the engine harness inspect and add a protector clip on the affected section of the harness. If necessary, the harness will be repaired. This service will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on may 6, 2009. Owners may contact mazda at 1‑800‑222‑5500.
Recall number 09V126000
Affected vehicles
- Mazda MAZDA3 2010 2010
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 50 complaints about electrical problems.
Questions about recall 09V126000
Is there a recall on the 2010 Mazda MAZDA3 electrical system?
Yes. Recall 09V126000, reported on April 16, 2009, covers about 25,400 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 09V126000?
Dealers will have the engine harness inspect and add a protector clip on the affected section of the harness. If necessary, the harness will be repaired. This service will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on may 6, 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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