Mazda Mx-5 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

September 18, 2024

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Mazda Motor Corp. recalls 2016–2023 Mazda Mx-5

Recall number

24V695000

Brand / firm

Mazda

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 77,670 units

Why it was recalled

An air bag that deploys with excessive force can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

What was recalled

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016-2023 MX-5 Miata vehicles. A software error in the air bag control module may cause the front air bags to deploy with excessive force during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

What to do

Dealers will update the Sophisticated Air Bag Sensor (SAS) control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 7, 2024. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 6924I.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.