3 L4-2.5L (2010)
Wiring Harness: All Technical Service Bulletins
Recall 09V126000: Engine Wiring Harness Modification
VEHICLE MAKE/MODEL: MODEL YEAR(S):
Mazda/Mazda3 2010
MANUFACTURER: Mazda Motor Corp.
MFR'S REPORT DATE: April 15, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 09V126000
NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: N/A
COMPONENT: Electrical System
POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 25400
SUMMARY:
Mazda is recalling 25,400 M/Y 2010 Mazda3 vehicles. The clearance between the engine harness and the housing of starter motor may be insufficient.
Due to this, the covering of the harness may be damaged through vibration during operation possibly causing a short-circuit between certain harness
wires and the starter housing. A short-circuit can result in engine control malfunction and/or poor shift quality.
CONSEQUENCE:
The main fuse may blow out causing the engine to stall and inability of restart, increasing the risk of a crash.
REMEDY:
Dealers will have the engine harness inspect and add a protector clip on the affected section of the harness. If necessary, the harness will be repaired.
This service will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on May 6, 2009. Owners may contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500.
NOTES:
Mazda recall No. 5409D. Owners 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.
