Mazda CX-5: Trailer hitches

Affects Mazda CX-5 · 2017 — about 1K vehicles.

The hazard

Contact with the muffler may damage the trailer wiring harness, potentially resulting in the trailer lighting being inoperative, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will reroute the trailer hitch harness away from the muffler, replacing the harness if it is damaged, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 20, 2018. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1617K.

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