Mazda product recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

October 19, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Mazda Motor Corp. recalls 1989–1998 Mazda — 7 models

Recall number

15V674000

Brand / firm

Mazda

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1,368,500 units

Why it was recalled

If the ignition switch overheats there would be an increased risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 1989-1998 MPV, 1990-1995 323, 1990-1998 Protege, 1992-1993 MX-3, 1993-1995 929, 1993-1997 MX-6, and 1993-1998 626 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, grease applied to the contact points inside the ignition switch may become conductive and overheat.

What to do

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. The recall began on December 17, 2015. Owners may contact Mazda Customer Experience Center at 1-800-222-5500, option#6. Mazda's number for this recall is 8715J.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.