2016 MAZDA CX-5 RECALL - #16V203000
RECALL FOR STEERING
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2016 CX-3 vehicles manufactured June 1, 2015, to December 2, 2015, 2013-2014 Mazda2 vehicles manufactured July 3, 2013, to August 8, 2014, 2014-2016 CX-5 vehicles manufactured January 19, 2013, to December 2, 2015, and 2013-2015 CX-9 vehicles manufactured December 6, 2012, to July 31, 2015. The lower mounting nuts and bolts that attach the front strut assembly to the steering knuckle may loosen, allowing the steering knuckle to separate.
Information provided by the
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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Recall Details
| Vehicle |
2016 MAZDA CX-5 |
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| Manufacturer |
Mazda North American Operations |
| Manufactured between |
1/19/2013 - 12/2/2015 |
| Recalled on |
4/11/2016 |
| Influenced by |
Mazda North American Operations |
| Owners Notified on |
5/10/2016 |
| # Affected |
578 |
| Recalled for |
STEERING |
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| Description |
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2016 CX-3 vehicles manufactured June 1, 2015, to December 2, 2015, 2013-2014 Mazda2 vehicles manufactured July 3, 2013, to August 8, 2014, 2014-2016 CX-5 vehicles manufactured January 19, 2013, to December 2, 2015, and 2013-2015 CX-9 vehicles manufactured December 6, 2012, to July 31, 2015. The lower mounting nuts and bolts that attach the front strut assembly to the steering knuckle may loosen, allowing the steering knuckle to separate. |
| Consequences |
If the steering knuckle separates from the strut assembly, it can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lower mounting nuts and bolts that secure the front strut assembly to the steering knuckle. If the bolts are loose, they will be replaced and then correctly tightened, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 20, 2016. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 9316D. |
| Notes |
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| See also |
2016 MAZDA CX-5 Recall for FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, STORAGE, TANK ASSEMBLY, FILLER PIPE AND CAP
2016 MAZDA CX-5 Recall for STRUCTURE, BODY, HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
2016 MAZDA CX-5 Recall for EXTERIOR LIGHTING, HEADLIGHTS
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