NHTSA 19V272000 United States
Mazda Mazda3 recall: Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer
Official safety recall 19V272000 published by NHTSA.
High risk
Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.
Campaign19V272000
ComponentVisibility:windshield Wiper/washer
Report date2019-04-04
ManufacturerMazda North American Operations
Affected vehicles
| Vehicle | Model year | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Mazda Mazda3 | 2016 | United States |
| Mazda Mazda3 | 2017 | United States |
| Mazda Mazda3 | 2018 | United States |
The problem
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Mazda3 vehicles. A defective windshield wiper relay may cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative, reducing the driver's visibility.
Reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of crash.
The official remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front body control module with a new module which uses an improved wiper relay design, free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3219D.