NHTSA recall 19V-514 (19V514000)
seats recall reported July 5, 2019 - about 9,430 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 19V514000
- Also written as
- 19V-514
- Manufacturer number
- 3819F
- Reported
- July 5, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- ~9,430
- Component
- seats
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
Loose head restraints may increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 19V-514 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.