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Recall 24V-695

Mazda North American Operations recalled the 2016 to 2023 Mazda MX-5: Air bags (air bag/restraint control module, software).

At a glance

Campaign number
24V-695
Reported
September 18, 2024
Vehicles affected
77,670 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016-2023 MX-5 Miata vehicles. A software error in the air bag control module may cause the front air bags to deploy with excessive force during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

The risk

An air bag that deploys with excessive force can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

The fix

Dealers will update the Sophisticated Air Bag Sensor (SAS) control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 7, 2024. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-[removed]. Mazda's number for this recall is 6924I.

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