Mazda Sensor / Control Module-Inactive Recall 04V559000 (2 Vehicles)

The problem

On two passenger vehicles, a crack in the solder connection attaching the acceleration sensor in the sas unit made contact with the base plate, damaging the solder connection.

The risk

The airbag may not deploy when the vehicle is involved in a frontal crash and it can cause serious injuries.

The fix

Dealers repaired these vehicles. The two vehicle owners were contacted by telephone on november 22, 2004, and these vehicles have been repaired.

Contacts

Mazda recall no. 2504K. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

What to do

Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
Call a dealer. Any authorized Mazda dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 04V559000.
Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicle	Complaints	Recalls	Grade
2005 Mazda MAZDA3	103	3	C

Vehicle

Complaints

Recalls

Grade

2005 Mazda MAZDA3

103

Questions

Is the 04V559000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS's dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 04V559000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 04V559000 announced?

MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS reported it to NHTSA on November 22, 2004. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

Air bags: sensor / control module-inactive Mazda recall