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NHTSA Recall 09V187000: Electronic stability control (esc)

MAZDA MOTOR CORP reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 7,100 vehicles. It affects 2009 Mazda MAZDA3.

7,100
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2009
owners notified (July 14)
NHTSA campaign09V187000
Manufacturer campaign5509E
ComponentELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Report receivedMay 29, 2009
Owner notificationJuly 14, 2009
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Mazda is recalling 7,100 my 2009 mazda3 vehicles equipped with dynamic stability control for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 126, "electronic stability control system". The yaw rate measured after completion of the sine with dwell steering input exceeded the test standards.

Safety risk

Improper operation of the electronic stability control.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and have the unit replaced free of charge. The recall began on july 14, 2009. Owners may contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.

Notes

Mazda recall no. 5509e.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Vehicles covered by recall 09V187000

Make and modelModel years
Mazda MAZDA32009

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.