Equipment recall 95E006001 · February 21, 1995

1995 Mazda 626

The passenger side air bag has an inflator body that cracked during forming of the curl that retains the igniter plug in the end of the inflator.

This is a recall of aftermarket equipment listed for the vehicles below. It applies only if the recalled part was installed on the vehicle.

Summary

The passenger side air bag has an inflator body that cracked during forming of the curl that retains the igniter plug in the end of the inflator. Also, the igniter end cap can separate from the inflator.

Consequence

The passenger side air bag may not inflate properly resulting in reduced occupant protection in a vehicle accident. If the igniter end cap separates in a frontal collision, hot gases can be released and ignite flammable material or cause burn injuries.

Remedy

Dealers will remove and replace the passenger side air bag module.

Notes

System: interior; passive restraint; air bag; passenger. Vehicle description: passenger side air bag in passenger vehicles. Note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed uponservice date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.