Mazda MAZDA6: Occupant classification

Date

Aug. 31, 2017

Filed by

Mazda North American Operations

Vehicles

Mazda MAZDA6 (2016)

Manufacturer of the vehicles

Mazda Motor Corp.

Component

Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification; Seats; Steering › Electric Power Assist System

Description of the defect

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016 Mazda6 vehicles. Debris from the welding process during manufacturing of the front passenger seat frame may damage the occupant classification system (OCS) wiring.

Potentially affected

51943

What can happen

If the wiring becomes damaged, there may be a loss of power steering assist and the deactivation of the passenger air bag, increasing the risk of a crash and the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will attach a protective pad on the seat frame. If the OCS harness is damaged, insulating tape will be applied to the harness. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began October 26, 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1517H.

Recall notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Owner notification date

Oct. 26, 2017

Manufacturer campaign number

1517H

Recall type

V (vehicle)

Influenced by

MFR

Recall number

17V546000

What should I do? Car recall: how to check your car and get it fixed

Source: NHTSA · Vehicle record. View the agency notice. The agency notice governs; check it and the company before acting.