NHTSA recall 09V-032 (09V032000)

suspension recall reported January 29, 2009 - about 220 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 09V032000
Also written as: 09V-032
Manufacturer number: 5109A
Reported: January 29, 2009
Vehicles affected: ~220
Component: suspension

What is being recalled

MAZDA IS RECALLING 220 MY 2009 B-SERIES TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 2-WHEEL DRIVE. THE FRONT SPINDLE STEM MAY CRACK DUE TO AN IMPROPER MANUFACTURING PROCESS OF THE SPINDLE.

Why it is dangerous

IF A FRACTURE OF THE SPINDLE STEM OCCURS, THE WHEEL MAY SEPARATE FROM THE AXLE, WHICH MAY RESULT IN A LOSS OF STEERING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FRONT SPINDLE AND REPLACE IT IF NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE FEBRUARY 9, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MAZDA AT 800-222-5500.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 09V-032 when calling a dealer.

Affected 2 models

Mazda B-Series Truck - 2009

Mazda B-Series - 2009

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