Recall 10V051000: 2010 Mazda CX-9
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Feb 19, 2010
- Vehicles affected
- 12,300
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Mazda is recalling certain model year 2010 cx-9 vehicles equipped with electrically heated front seats. There is a possibility under extremely cold conditions for the seat heater control circuit to overheat and fail due to insufficient electrical grounding.
The risk
This may cause burn damage of the seat cushion surface, or a risk of smoke/fire.
The fix
Dealers will install an additional ground harness on the seat heater control system. The seat heater control circuit will be replaced if necessary and/or the seat will be repaired free of charge. The safety recall began on march 9, 2010. Owners may contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.
Notes
Mazda recall no. 5810b.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 10V051000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 5810B
- Manufacturer
- MAZDA MOTOR CORP
- Owner letters
- Mar 9, 2010
- Components
- Seats:front assembly:seat heater/cooler (Seats & Seat Belts)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology