Mazda Mazda3: Hydraulic Valve Clearance Adjuster May Operate Incorrectly

Recall Summary Mazda is recalling 4,504 Mazda3 and Mazda6 vehicles in the United Kingdom because the software that controls the hydraulic valve clearance adjuster may not work properly. Mazda will fix the problem by reprogramming the system with updated software. This is a Class II recall, which means the defect is unlikely to result in serious injury or death.

Recalling firm
MAZDA
Product
Vehicles: MAZDA Mazda3, MAZDA Mazda6. Units affected: 4,504
Reason
The software controlling the hydraulic valve clearance adjuster may operate incorrectly. Remedy: Reprogram the system with improved hydraulic valve adjustment control software.
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2019-07-29
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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