NHTSA Recall 11V329000: Motor (visibility)
MAZDA MOTOR CORP reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 103,300 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Mazda MAZDA3.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V329000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 6411F |
| Component | VISIBILITY › WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER › MOTOR |
| Report received | June 15, 2011 |
| Owner notification | July 6, 2011 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mazda is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 mazda3 and mazdaspeed3 vehicles manufactured from january 7, 2008, through november 28, 2008. The ground terminal of the windshield wiper motor may have been inadvertently bent during assembly. If this condition exists then over time the electrical resistance of the motor circuit may increase up to a point that the windshield wipers would not work.
Safety risk
The loss of wiper function in adverse weather could potentially increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install an additional ground harness on the wiper motor free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before july 15, 2011. Owners may contact mazda customer assistance center at 1-800-222-5500.
Notes
Mazda safety recall no. 6411f.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 11V329000
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.