Mazda Mazda3 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

April 4, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Mazda Motor Corp. recalls 2016–2018 Mazda Mazda3

Recall number

19V272000

Brand / firm

Mazda

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 187,880 units

Why it was recalled

Reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of crash.

What was recalled

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Mazda3 vehicles. A defective windshield wiper relay may cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative, reducing the driver's visibility.

What to do

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front body control module with a new module which uses an improved wiper relay design, free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3219D.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.