Recall 19V-907
Mazda North American Operations recalled the 2019 to 2020 Mazda MAZDA3: Forward collision avoidance (automatic emergency braking).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 19V-907
- Reported
- December 19, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- 35,390 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mazda3 vehicles. The Smart Brake System (SBS) can falsely detect an obstacle while driving, activating the automatic emergency braking system and suddenly stopping the vehicle.
The risk
Stopping the vehicle unexpectedly increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will update the SBS software. In addition, vehicles with certain production dates will receive an instrument cluster software update or replacement and a replacement owner's manual. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2020. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-[removed], Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4219L.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Mazda MAZDA3 2019 to 2020