Air bags: frontalRecall 21V-494 · 2004–2007 Mazda MAZDA3
Mazda North American Operations recall 21V-494 covers 260,915 2004–2007 Mazda MAZDA3 for a air bags: frontal problem, reported to NHTSA on July 1, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q3) shows 6% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 21V494000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2004-2007 Mazda3 vehicles. During air bag deployment, the plastic emblem on the steering wheel air bag module cover may shatter, and project plastic fragments into the vehicle.
The risk
Plastic fragments can hit occupants during air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace the air bag module cover, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed between August 28, 2021 and October 28, 2021. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4921G.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
6%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 4,580 vehicles were listed as unreachable.