Mazda MAZDA 2 recall: Steering may fail
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The lower nut & bolt securing the front shock absorber to the steering knuckle on either side of the affected vehicles may not have been tightened to specification. The bolt may work loose causing a rattling sound and could fall out.
- What to do
- Contact a Mazda dealer to book the free repair. On affected vehicles replace bolts retaining the front shock absorbers to steering knuckles
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The lower nut & bolt securing the front shock absorber to the steering knuckle on either side of the affected vehicles may not have been tightened to specification. The bolt may work loose causing a rattling sound and could fall out.
The fix
On affected vehicles replace bolts retaining the front shock absorbers to steering knuckles
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAZDA 2 | 19 Dec 2012 | 28 Oct 2014 | 99 |
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 30 June 2016. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.