Mazda MAZDA3: Seats — head restraint

Affects Mazda MAZDA3 · 2019 — about 9K vehicles.

The hazard

Loose head restraints may increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

What to do

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will install spacers at the bottom of the lock release buttons on both front seat head restraints, free of charge. The recall began August 20, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3819F.

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