Mazda Recalls Nearly 190,000 Cars In The US
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Mazda is recalling nearly 190,000 Mazda 3 compact cars in the U.S. because the windshield wipers can fail.
The company says in documents posted Saturday by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration that the recall covers cars from the 2016 through 2018 model years. The Japanese auto maker traced the problem to metal deposits that can cause a wiper relay to stick, knocking out the wipers and limiting driver visibility.
The company says it has no reports of crashes or injuries due to the problem. Dealers will replace the front wiper control module at no cost to owners starting June 3.
Questions & Answers
Q.Which specific Mazda model is affected by this recall?
Which specific Mazda model is affected by this recall?
The recall specifically covers nearly 190,000 Mazda 3 compact cars in the U.S. From the 2016 through 2018 model years.
Q.What is the underlying cause of the windshield wiper failure?
What is the underlying cause of the windshield wiper failure?
The problem stems from metal deposits that can cause a wiper relay to stick, leading to the wipers failing and limiting driver visibility.
Q.When will repairs for the affected vehicles begin?
When will repairs for the affected vehicles begin?
Dealers will start replacing the front wiper control module at no cost to owners beginning on June 3.