Mazda Mazda2 recall: Handbrake may disengage unexpectedly
- What's wrong
- On the subject vehicles the tolerances of the teeth on the handbrake sector gear are outside Mazda Corporations design secifications. This reduces engagement between the handbrake sector gear and the ratchet pawl and can cause the handbrake to disengage unexpectedly. This could cause the parking…
- What to do
- Contact a Mazda dealer to book the free repair. Replacement of Handbrake lever mechanism.
What’s wrong
On the subject vehicles the tolerances of the teeth on the handbrake sector gear are outside Mazda Corporations design secifications. This reduces engagement between the handbrake sector gear and the ratchet pawl and can cause the handbrake to disengage unexpectedly. This could cause the parking brake to release unintentionally and the vehicle to move unexpectedly.
The fix
Replacement of Handbrake lever mechanism.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mazda2 | 16 Jan 2017 | 28 Apr 2017 | 8,081 |
| Mazda2 | 1 Apr 2016 | 27 Dec 2016 | 8,081 |
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 26 January 2018. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.