Recall 98V-249: 1995–1997 Mazda 626, 1995–1996 Mazda MX-6
MAZDA (NORTH AMERICA),INC recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Oct 8, 1998, covering about 213,000 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with the sas sensor unit. These vehicles can experience air bag deployments in minor undercarriage impacts.
The risk
Unexpected air bag deployment can result in occupant injury.
The fix
Dealers will reprogram the sas unit to reduce the probability of unnecessary deployments in low speed undercarriage impacts.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin during january 1999.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contactmazda at 1-800-222-5500. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | MAZDA (NORTH AMERICA),INC |
|---|---|
| Component | Air Bags › Frontal › Sensor/Control Module-Inactive |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 98V249000 |
Vehicles in this recall
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 98V-249?
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with the sas sensor unit. These vehicles can experience air bag deployments in minor undercarriage impacts.
How is recall 98V-249 fixed?
Dealers will reprogram the sas unit to reduce the probability of unnecessary deployments in low speed undercarriage impacts.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.