Vehicle recall 09V043000 · February 4, 2009
2009 Mazda Mazda6
The outer door handles may stick which may prevent the door from latching.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Mazda is recalling 29,000 my 2009 MAZDA6. The outer door handles may stick which may prevent the door from latching. This situation may allow the door to open while the vehicle is in motion.
- Consequence
- Driving the vehicle with the door unlatched could lead to an unbelted occupant being ejected and could result in death or injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the door handles and if necessary repair or replace the handles free of charge. The recall began on February 13, 2009. Owners may contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500.
- Notes
- Mazda recall no. 5209A.CUSTOMERS may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 09V043000
- Reported to NHTSA
- February 4, 2009
- Filed by
- MAZDA MOTOR CORP
- Manufacturer campaign
- 5209A
- Owner notification
- February 13, 2009
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 29,000
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Structure › Body › Door › Hinge and attachments
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Mazda Mazda6 (2009): 2009
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