Mazda Updates Takata Recall List: Over 470000 RX-8, Mazda6, Mazdaspeed6, B ... - The Car Connection
In late May, Takata Corporation finally agreed to replace potentially deadly airbags found in vehicles across the U. S. Under certain conditions, the ammonium nitrate propellant Takata used in those devices can become very unstable, exploding... ALSO SEE: Ford Fusion Vs. Mazda 6: Compare Cars. Now, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has issued two updates to Mazda's recalls. And on that note: if you own a Mazda that was registered or sold in Florida, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico and already had it fixed under the prior recall, you need to pay another visit to the dealership. Though Mazda has said that it will replace passenger-side airbags as well, those devices are technically part of another recall, which hasn't been updated by NHTSA. Mazda hasn't yet indicated when it will mail recall notices to owners, giving them the green light to take their vehicles in for repairs. In the meantime, if you have questions about this recall -- and you have every right to -- you're encouraged to contact Mazda customer service at 800-222-5500 and ask about recall #7914J. You can also call NHTSA at 888-327-4236 and inquire about... Source: www.thecarconnection.com
