Mazda Mazda3 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 7, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Mazda Motor Corp. recalls 2019 Mazda Mazda3

Recall number

19V425000

Brand / firm

Mazda

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 25,003 units

Why it was recalled

A wheel separating from the vehicle increases the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019 Mazda3 vehicles. The lug nuts on all four wheels may loosen, potentially resulting in a wheel detaching from the vehicle.

What to do

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the front and rear wheel lug nuts to the correct specification, 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 3519F.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.