Mazda Recall Alert: Power Steering Issue Affects Thousands of Vehicles

Mazda initiates a recall of up to 43,752 vehicles, including the 2024 CX-90 models, due to a critical power steering failure that could impact driving safety.

In a significant move to ensure driver safety, Mazda has initiated a recall of up to 43,752 vehicles due to a potential power steering failure, as announced by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in January 2024. This issue, stemming from improper assembly, could lead to a gear in the steering system failing to engage, making driving, especially at low speeds or during parallel parking, exceptionally challenging and potentially dangerous. Mazda has identified the solution as replacing a spring within the system and enhancing the greasing process to prevent future failures.

The recall currently targets the 2024 CX-90 models, available in both plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) and mild hybrid configurations. However, the total number of vehicles affected raises questions, as Mazda's sales figures for the CX-90 in 2023 were significantly lower than the recall suggests, hinting at the possibility that other models might soon be included in this recall initiative.

Vehicle owners are not left in the dark waiting for official recall notices. Mazda encourages customers to proactively check if their vehicle is affected by contacting Mazda Customer Service directly or inquiring with their local dealership using their Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The specific recall in question is identified as Mazda recall 6524A.

Additionally, the NHTSA offers a hotline for owners to inquire about open recalls for their vehicles, ensuring that all concerned parties have immediate access to vital safety information. As Mazda prepares to send out recall notifications in mid-March, the extent of this recall's impact on Mazda owners and potentially other models will become clearer, marking a crucial step in the company's commitment to safety and customer service.

Source: NHTSA