Recall 04V-468
MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS recalled the 2004 Mazda MAZDA3: Air bags (frontal, sensor/control module-inactive).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 04V-468
- Reported
- September 24, 2004
- Vehicles affected
- 42,000 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain passenger vehicles, a crack in the air bag crash zone sensor housing can allow water to enter the sensor, causing a short circuit and illuminating the air bag warning light.
The risk
If this problem exists, the air will not deploy as designed in certain types of frontal crashes, increasing the risk of death or serious injury to the driver and front seat passenger.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the crash zone sensor and replace it, if necessary. The recall began on october 28, 2004. Owners should contact mazda at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Mazda recall no.2304j.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Mazda MAZDA3 2004