MAZDA 2019 MAZDA MAZDA3 Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2019 MAZDA MAZDA3
Brand
MAZDA
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2019
Mazda North American Operations is recalling certain 2019 MAZDA MAZDA3 vehicles due to seats:front assembly:head restraint issues. Loose head restraints may increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019 Mazda3 vehicles. The seat cover material on both front seats may interfere with the head restraint lock release button, causing it to stick in the release position and not allow the head restraint to lock into place.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Loose head restraints may increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will install spacers at the bottom of the lock release buttons on both front seat head restraints, free of charge. The recall began August 20, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3819F.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026