6 V6-3.7L (2009)
Rear Door Exterior Handle: All Technical Service Bulletins
Recall 09V043000: Door Handle Inspection/Replacement
VEHICLE MAKE/MODEL: MODEL YEAR(S):
Mazda/MAZDA6 2009
MANUFACTURER: Mazda Motor Corp.
MFR'S REPORT DATE: February 03, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 09V043000
NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: N/A
COMPONENT: Structure: Body: Door: Hinge and Attachments
Potential Number of Units Affected: 29000
SUMMARY:
Mazda is recalling 29,000 M/Y 2009 MAZDA6 vehicles. The outer door handles may stick which may prevent the door from latching. this situation
may allow the door to open while the vehicle is in motion.
CONSEQUENCE:
Driving the vehicle with the door unlatched could lead to an unbelted occupant being ejected and could result in death or injury.
REMEDY:
Dealers will inspect the door handles and if necessary repair or replace the handles free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before February
13, 2009. Owners may contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500.
NOTES:
Mazda recall No. 5209A. Customers may also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236
(TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.