REC-000874

active

2016–2017 Mazda BT-50

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: Mazda Australia Pty Ltd

Recall date: 22 September 2017

Defect

The airbag initiators within the side airbag modules may contain an incorrect chemical mixture.

Hazard

This incorrect chemical mixture could cause the airbag inflator not to initiate, resulting in the side airbag not deploying in the event of a crash and increasing the risk of injury to occupants. As of date of publication, there have been no reported cases in Australia.

Remedy

Mazda Australia will contact all affected customers by mail. Customers will be advised to present their vehicle to their preferred Mazda Dealer for repair at no charge. Consumers who require further information should contact Mazda Australia Customer Support on 1800 034 411.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Mazda Australia Pty Ltd — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-000874