Safety Recall NHTSA · 09V126000 Reported April 16, 2009

Engine harness

Mazda Motor Corp. · N/A · 25,400 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
09V126000
Manufacturer Campaign
5409D
Manufacturer
Mazda Motor Corp.
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
25,400
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
April 16, 2009

Defect Summary

Mazda is recalling 25,400 my 2010 mazda3 vehicles. a clearance between the engine harness and the housing of starter motor may be insufficient. due to this, the covering of the harness may be damaged through vibration during operation possibly causing a short-circuit between certain harness wires and the starter housing. a short-circuit can result in engine control malfunction and/or poor shift quality.

Safety Consequence

The main fuse may blow out causing the engine to stall and inability of restart, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will have the engine harness inspect and add a protector clip on the affected section of the harness. if necessary, the harness will be repaired. this service will be performed free of charge. the recall is expected to begin on may 6, 2009. owners may contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Mazda Motor Corp. dealer and reference recall ID 09V126000 or campaign 5409D.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 09V126000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 09V126000?

NHTSA recall 09V126000 was issued by Mazda Motor Corp. on April 16, 2009. It addresses: Engine harness. The recall affects approximately 25,400 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Mazda Motor Corp. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 09V126000 or the manufacturer campaign number 5409D. 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.