Mazda 323, MX3 +5 more: Electrical system — switch

Affects Mazda 323, MX3, 626, 929, Protege, MPV, MX-6 · 1989–1998 — about 1.4M vehicles.

The hazard

If the ignition switch overheats there would be an increased risk of a fire.

What to do

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. The recall began on December 17, 2015. Owners may contact Mazda Customer Experience Center at 1-800-222-5500, option#6. Mazda's number for this recall is 8715J.

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