Mazda MX-5 recall: Air Bags: Air Bag/restraint Control Module:software
Official safety recall 24V695000 published by NHTSA.
High risk
Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.
Affected vehicles
| Vehicle | Model year | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Mazda MX-5 | 2020 | United States |
| Mazda MX-5 | 2021 | United States |
| Mazda MX-5 | 2022 | United States |
| Mazda MX-5 | 2023 | United States |
| Mazda MX-5 | 2016 | United States |
| Mazda MX-5 | 2017 | United States |
| Mazda MX-5 | 2018 | United States |
| Mazda MX-5 | 2019 | United States |
The problem
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016-2023 MX-5 Miata vehicles. A software error in the air bag control module may cause the front air bags to deploy with excessive force during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
An air bag that deploys with excessive force can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
The official remedy
Dealers will update the Sophisticated Air Bag Sensor (SAS) control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 7, 2024. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 6924I.