Mazda MAZDA6: Latches/locks/linkages — latch

Affects Mazda MAZDA6 · 2009–2013 — about 161K vehicles.

The hazard

If all three door latch mounting screws become excessively loose the door latch mechanism would not engage and the door might open while the vehicle is in motion increasing the risk of accident or injury.

What to do

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will apply a thread locking adhesive to the door screws and retorque them, free of charge. The recall began on October 29, 2013. Owners may contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's recall number is 7013I.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational