MAZDA 2009 MAZDA MAZDA6 Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2009 MAZDA MAZDA6
Brand
MAZDA
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2009
Mazda North American Operations is recalling certain 2009 MAZDA MAZDA6 vehicles due to air bags:frontal:sensor/control module-inactive issues. Failure of the ACU would illuminate the air bag warning light and prevent the air bags from deploying in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of .
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Mazda6 vehicles manufactured February 4, 2008, to December 3, 2009. The protective coating may not have been properly applied to the air bag control unit (ACU) and, as a result, moisture may damage the unit causing it to malfunction.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Failure of the ACU would illuminate the air bag warning light and prevent the air bags from deploying in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Mazda dealers will replace the ACU, free of charge, however parts are not currently available. The recall began June 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 9816H.
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