Recall 09V126000: 2010 Mazda MAZDA3

Report received

Apr 16, 2009

Manufacturer

Mazda motor corp

Potentially affected

25,400vehicles

Model years

2010

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Mazda is recalling 25,400 my 2010 mazda3 vehicles. A clearance between the engine harness and the housing of starter motor may be insufficient. Due to this, the covering of the harness may be damaged through vibration during operation possibly causing a short-circuit between certain harness wires and the starter housing. A short-circuit can result in engine control malfunction and/or poor shift quality.

Possible consequence

The main fuse may blow out causing the engine to stall and inability of restart, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will have the engine harness inspect and add a protector clip on the affected section of the harness. If necessary, the harness will be repaired. This service will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on may 6, 2009. Owners may contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2010 Mazda MAZDA3686 complaints