NHTSA Recall 16V203000: Steering
Mazda North American Operations reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 578 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Mazda CX-3.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V203000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 9316D |
| Component | STEERING |
| Report received | April 11, 2016 |
| Owner notification | May 10, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2016 CX-3 vehicles manufactured June 1, 2015, to December 2, 2015, 2013-2014 Mazda2 vehicles manufactured July 3, 2013, to August 8, 2014, 2014-2016 CX-5 vehicles manufactured January 19, 2013, to December 2, 2015, and 2013-2015 CX-9 vehicles manufactured December 6, 2012, to July 31, 2015. The lower mounting nuts and bolts that attach the front strut assembly to the steering knuckle may loosen, allowing the steering knuckle to separate.
Safety risk
If the steering knuckle separates from the strut assembly, it can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lower mounting nuts and bolts that secure the front strut assembly to the steering knuckle. If the bolts are loose, they will be replaced and then correctly tightened, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 20, 2016. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 9316D.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 16V203000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mazda CX-3 | 2016 |
| Mazda CX-5 | 2014, 2015, 2016 |
| Mazda CX-9 | 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Mazda MAZDA2 | 2013, 2014 |
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.