Mazda RX-8: Air bags — inflator module

Affects Mazda RX-8 · 2009–2010 — about 237 vehicles.

The hazard

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

What to do

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. The recall began July 9, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 2618F. Note: This recall supersedes recall 18V017.

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