Mazda CX-7, CX-9 +1 more: Air bags — inflator module

Affects Mazda CX-7, CX-9, MAZDA6 · 2007–2012 — about 79K vehicles.

The hazard

An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

What to do

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is performed. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger side air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began October 4, 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1317F. Note: This recall supersedes recall 17V-012.

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