Mazda Mazda6 recall: Corrosion may form around the parking brake actuating shaft and cause reduced handbrake performance
- What's wrong
- On the subject vehicles corrosion may form around the parking brake actuating shaft within the rear brake caliper. This could cause the handbrake to become difficult to operate (greater force required at the lever) or in some cases prevent the parking brake assembly from applying…
- What to do
- Contact a Mazda dealer to book the free repair. Inspect the parking brake actuation lever. If no corrosion is found replace the protective boot with a modified assembly. If corrosion is found on the actuating shaft replace the brake…
What’s wrong
On the subject vehicles corrosion may form around the parking brake actuating shaft within the rear brake caliper. This could cause the handbrake to become difficult to operate (greater force required at the lever) or in some cases prevent the parking brake assembly from applying sufficient force at the rear wheels and cause a failure to hold the vehicle. Insufficient force to hold vehicle stationary causing unintentional and unexpected movement of the vehicle.
The fix
Inspect the parking brake actuation lever. If no corrosion is found replace the protective boot with a modified assembly. If corrosion is found on the actuating shaft replace the brake caliper.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mazda6 | 31 Jul 2012 | 18 Nov 2014 | 12,989 |
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 14 December 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.