2016-2018 Mazda MAZDA3 recall: windshield wiper/washer

Mazda North American Operations reported this safety recall on April 4, 2019. It covers about 187,880 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 187,880
reported: Apr 4, 2019
owners notified: May 7, 2019
related complaints: 28

Visibility: windshield wiper/washer

What is wrong: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Mazda3 vehicles. A defective windshield wiper relay may cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative, reducing the driver's visibility.
Risk: Reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of crash.
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front body control module with a new module which uses an improved wiper relay design, free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1‑800‑222‑5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3219D.

Recall number 19V272000

Affected vehicles

Mazda MAZDA3 2016-2018 2016 2017 2018

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 28 complaints about visibility problems.

2016 Mazda MAZDA3 2017 Mazda MAZDA3 2018 Mazda MAZDA3

Questions about recall 19V272000

Is there a recall on the 2016-2018 Mazda MAZDA3 windshield wiper/washer?

Yes. Recall 19V272000, reported on April 4, 2019, covers about 187,880 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 19V272000?

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front body control module with a new module which uses an improved wiper relay design, free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1‑800‑222‑5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3219D.

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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