Mazda Rx-8 recalled over possible metal fragments

Recall date

June 24, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Mazda Motor Corp. recalls 2010–2011 Mazda Rx-8

Recall number

19V488000

Brand / firm

Mazda

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 211 units

Why it was recalled

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

What was recalled

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2010-2011 Mazda RX-8 vehicles that were previously recalled under recall 18V-716 but have not yet been repaired. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.

What to do

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. The recall began July 9, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 2618F.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.