Mazda CX-5, Mazda3, Mazda6 recall: Soot may accumulate around the intake shutter valve on the inlet side of the engine
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Soot may accumulate around the intake shutter valve on the inlet side of the engine.
- What to do
- Contact a Mazda dealer to book the free repair. Check clean or replace the intake shutter valve and update software.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Soot may accumulate around the intake shutter valve on the inlet side of the engine.
The fix
Check clean or replace the intake shutter valve and update software.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| CX-5 | 26 Jan 2012 | 30 Jun 2018 | 70,435 |
| Mazda3 | 26 Jan 2012 | 30 Jun 2018 | 70,435 |
| Mazda6 | 26 Jan 2012 | 30 Jun 2018 | 70,435 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 25 July 2019. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.