Recall 16V203000: 2013–2015 Mazda CX-9 and 3 other models
- Report received
- Apr 11, 2016
- Manufacturer
- Mazda North American Operations
- Potentially affected
- 578vehicles
- Model years
- 2013–2016
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 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.
Possible consequence
If the steering knuckle separates from the strut assembly, it can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2016 Mazda CX-348 complaints
- 2014 Mazda CX-5377 complaints
- 2015 Mazda CX-5133 complaints
- 2016 Mazda CX-5511 complaints
- 2013 Mazda CX-968 complaints
- 2014 Mazda CX-954 complaints
- 2015 Mazda CX-935 complaints
- 2013 Mazda MAZDA213 complaints
- 2014 Mazda MAZDA29 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.