Mazda/rear seat belt retractor locking pins
Defect Summary
On certain passenger vehicles, the right and/or left rear seat belts may not lock properly due to missing retaining pins on the housing.
Safety Consequence
The locking mechanism of the seat belt retractor may malfunction, increasing the risk of death or serious injury to the rear seat passengers in the event of a crash. passengers should not sit and child seats should not be used in the right or left rear seats until this defect has been corrected.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the rear seat belts and replace defective seat belt retractors. the recall began on december 27, 2004. owners should contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500, option #4.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Mazda North American Operations or involving Seat Belts.
FAQ: Recall 04V582000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 04V582000?
NHTSA recall 04V582000 was issued by Mazda North American Operations on December 10, 2004. It addresses: Mazda/rear seat belt retractor locking pins. The recall affects approximately 190 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mazda North American Operations dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04V582000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2604L. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.