NHTSA Recall 17V546000: Occupant classification (air bags) and 2 other components
Mazda North American Operations reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 51,943 vehicles. It affects 2016 Mazda MAZDA6.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V546000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 1517H |
| Components | AIR BAGS › SENSOR › OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION; STEERING › ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM; SEATS |
| Report received | August 31, 2017 |
| Owner notification | October 26, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016 Mazda6 vehicles. Debris from the welding process during manufacturing of the front passenger seat frame may damage the occupant classification system (OCS) wiring.
Safety risk
If the wiring becomes damaged, there may be a loss of power steering assist and the deactivation of the passenger air bag, increasing the risk of a crash and the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will attach a protective pad on the seat frame. If the OCS harness is damaged, insulating tape will be applied to the harness. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began October 26, 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1517H.
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 17V546000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mazda MAZDA6 | 2016 |
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.