NHTSA Recall 16V644000: Hatchback/liftgate (structure)
Mazda North American Operations reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 580,455 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Mazda CX-3.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V644000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 9916H |
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY › HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE |
| Report received | September 6, 2016 |
| Owner notification | March 8, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Mazda3 and Mazdaspeed3 vehicles manufactured November 18, 2008, to June 8, 2013, 2012-2015 Mazda5 vehicles manufactured October 26, 2010, to June 22, 2015, 2016 CX-3 vehicles manufactured June 1, 2015, to December 26, 2015, and 2013-2016 CX-5 vehicles manufactured December 15, 2011, to December 26, 2015. On the affected vehicles, the lift gate support struts may corrode, possibly causing the struts to break and/or the lift gate to drop unexpectedly.
Safety risk
If the lift gate falls unexpectedly, it may hit the user, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
Mazda dealers will replace the both lift gate supports, free of charge, however parts are not currently available. The recall began April 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 9916H.
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 16V644000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mazda CX-3 | 2016 |
| Mazda CX-5 | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 |
| Mazda MAZDA3 | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Mazda MAZDA5 | 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Mazda MAZDASPEED3 | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
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.