Mazda Mazda3 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

July 5, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Mazda Motor Corp. recalls 2019 Mazda Mazda3

Recall number

19V514000

Brand / firm

Mazda

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 9,430 units

Why it was recalled

Loose head restraints may increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

What was recalled

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019 Mazda3 vehicles. The seat cover material on both front seats may interfere with the head restraint lock release button, causing it to stick in the release position and not allow the head restraint to lock into place.

What to do

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will install spacers at the bottom of the lock release buttons on both front seat head restraints, free of charge. The recall began August 20, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3819F.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.