NHTSA recall 16V203000
Steering · Mazda Motor Corp.
Details
What's wrong: The lower mounting nuts and bolts that attach the front strut assembly to the steering knuckle may loosen, allowing the steering knuckle to separate.
Why it matters: If the steering knuckle separates from the strut assembly, it can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
- 2013 Mazda CX-9
- 2014 Mazda CX-5
- 2014 Mazda CX-9
- 2015 Mazda CX-5
- 2015 Mazda CX-9
- 2016 Mazda CX-3
- 2016 Mazda CX-5
All model years NHTSA lists
2016 Mazda Cx-3, 2014 Mazda Cx-5, 2015 Mazda Cx-5, 2016 Mazda Cx-5, 2013 Mazda Cx-9, 2014 Mazda Cx-9, 2015 Mazda Cx-9, 2013 Mazda Mazda2, 2014 Mazda Mazda2.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 16V203000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.