Mazda MAZDA3, MAZDA2 +1 more: Seats

Affects Mazda MAZDA3, MAZDA2, MAZDASPEED3 · 2010–2011 — about 174K vehicles.

The hazard

If the driver cannot maintain an appropriate driving position, there is an increased risk of a crash.

What to do

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat lifter links and install a reinforcement bracket to the lifter links, or replace the entire seat adjuster unit, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 0917B.

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