Mazda RX8, 6, BT-50 recall: Driver’s front airbag may fail to deploy correctly
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Continued exposure to high levels of absolute humidity may cause the driver�s front airbag inflator housing to rupture and deploy abnormally in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver�s front airbag. Should the inflator rupture it could result in metal fragments striking…
- What to do
- Contact a Mazda dealer to book the free repair. On affected vehicles replace air bag inflator
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Continued exposure to high levels of absolute humidity may cause the driver�s front airbag inflator housing to rupture and deploy abnormally in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver�s front airbag. Should the inflator rupture it could result in metal fragments striking the driver or other vehicle occupants.
The fix
On affected vehicles replace air bag inflator
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| RX8 | 1 Feb 2003 | 1 Feb 2008 | 32,030 |
| 6 | – | – | 32,030 |
| BT-50 | 14 Jan 2004 | 31 Aug 2006 | 32,030 |
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 29 April 2016. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.