Vehicle recall 09V126000 · April 16, 2009
2010 Mazda Mazda3
A clearance between the engine harness and the housing of starter motor may be insufficient.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Mazda is recalling 25,400 my 2010 MAZDA3 vehicles. A clearance between the engine harness and the housing of starter motor may be insufficient. Due to this, the covering of the harness may be damaged through vibration during operation possibly causing a short-circuit between certain harness wires and the starter housing. A short-circuit can result in engine control malfunction and/or poor shift quality.
- Consequence
- The main fuse may blow out causing the engine to stall and inability of restart, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will have the engine harness inspect and add a protector clip on the affected section of the harness. If necessary, the harness will be repaired. This service will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on may 6, 2009. Owners may contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500.
- Notes
- Mazda recall no. 5409D.OWNERS 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
- 09V126000
- Reported to NHTSA
- April 16, 2009
- Filed by
- MAZDA MOTOR CORP
- Manufacturer campaign
- 5409D
- Owner notification
- April 21, 2009
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 25,400
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Electrical system
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Mazda Mazda3 (2010): 2010
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