NHTSA recall 13V425000
Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
Mazda MAZDA6
Reported Sep 24, 2013161,400 vehicles affectedMazda North American OperationsMaker’s number 7013IBuilt Feb 4, 2008 – Aug 24, 2012
The defect
Mazda is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Mazda6 vehicles manufactured February 4, 2008, through August 24, 2012. The door latch mounting screws may become loose.
The risk
If all three door latch mounting screws become excessively loose the door latch mechanism would not engage and the door might open while the vehicle is in motion increasing the risk of accident or injury.
The remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will apply a thread locking adhesive to the door screws and retorque them, free of charge. The recall began on October 29, 2013. Owners may contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's recall number is 7013I.