NHTSA Recall 19V907000
NHTSA Campaign Id 19V907000; Date: Dec. 19, 2019
stopping the vehicle unexpectedly increases the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2019 Mazda MAZDA3; 2020 Mazda MAZDA3
Component: Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
Manufactured by: Mazda North American Operations
Affected Units:: 35,390
Recall Summary:
mazda north american operations (mazda) is recalling certain 2019-2020 mazda3 vehicles. the smart brake system (sbs) can falsely detect an obstacle while driving, activating the automatic emergency braking system and suddenly stopping the vehicle.
How to Fix:
mazda will notify owners, and dealers will update the sbs software. in addition, vehicles with certain production dates will receive an instrument cluster software update or replacement and a replacement owner's manual. these repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall is expected to begin february 17, 2020. owners may contact mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. mazda's number for this recall is 4219l.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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