Mazda MAZDA6: Structure

Affects Mazda MAZDA6 · 2009–2010 — about 50K vehicles.

The hazard

Corrosion may weaken the mounting point for the passenger side lower control arm, unexpectedly changing the steering alignment and increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the cross member and either install a side member and drain hose and apply wax to protect from rust, or install a drain hose and an improved front cross member, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 2818I.

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