Mazda CX-5, Mazda6, Mazda3 recall: Vacuum pump may wear prematurely.
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The vacuum pump may wear prematurely meaning that in some applications where the brake pedal is pressed quickly whilst at low engine speed � the servo assistance provided by the vacuum system in decreased. This could cause a momentary decrease in braking performance. Braking assistance…
- What to do
- Contact a Mazda dealer to book the free repair. Vehicles affected will be fitted with a modified Vacuum pump.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The vacuum pump may wear prematurely meaning that in some applications where the brake pedal is pressed quickly whilst at low engine speed � the servo assistance provided by the vacuum system in decreased. This could cause a momentary decrease in braking performance. Braking assistance available to the driver can be reduced
The fix
Vehicles affected will be fitted with a modified Vacuum pump.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| CX-5 | 26 Jan 2012 | 21 Jan 2016 | 11,498 |
| Mazda6 | 26 Jan 2012 | 21 Jan 2016 | 11,498 |
| Mazda3 | 26 Jan 2012 | 21 Jan 2016 | 11,498 |
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 17 September 2018. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.