MAZDA MAZDA3 2004: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 21V494000

Make Model Year
MAZDA MAZDA3 2004
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2021-08-28 2021-07-01 2021-07-01

Production Dates: 2003-06-24 - 2004-03-22

Manufacturers Involved: Mazda Motor Corp.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 4921G

Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 260915

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Mazda North American Operations "Mazda" is recalling certain 2004-2007 Mazda3 vehicles. During air bag deployment, the plastic emblem on the steering wheel air bag module cover may shatter, and project plastic fragments into the vehicle.

Consequence

Plastic fragments can hit occupants during air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the air bag module cover, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed between August 28, 2021 and October 28, 2021. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4921G.

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.nhtsa.gov.