Passenger side: inflator moduleRecall 23V-837 · 2004–2006 Mazda B-series Truck
Mazda North American Operations recall 23V-837 covers 12,741 2004–2006 Mazda B-series Truck for a passenger side: inflator module problem, reported to NHTSA on December 12, 2023. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 15% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 23V837000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2004-2006 B-Series vehicles that received replacement front passenger air bag inflators under a previous recall. The replacement front passenger air bag inflators may have been installed incorrectly.
The risk
An incorrectly installed inflator may not properly inflate the passenger air bag, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and reinstall the front passenger air bag inflator, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 1, 2024. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6423L.
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
15%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 771 vehicles were listed as unreachable.