Safety Recall NHTSA · 09V187000 Reported May 29, 2009

Dynamic stability control/fmvss 126

Mazda Motor Corp. · N/A · 7,100 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
09V187000
Manufacturer Campaign
5509E
Manufacturer
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
7,100
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
May 29, 2009

Defect Summary

Mazda is recalling 7,100 my 2009 mazda3 vehicles equipped with dynamic stability control for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 126, "electronic stability control system". the yaw rate measured after completion of the sine with dwell steering input exceeded the test standards.

Safety Consequence

Improper operation of the electronic stability control.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and have the unit replaced free of charge. the recall began on july 14, 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 09V187000 or campaign 5509E.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 09V187000

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

What is recall 09V187000?

NHTSA recall 09V187000 was issued by Mazda Motor Corp. on May 29, 2009. It addresses: Dynamic stability control/fmvss 126. The recall affects approximately 7,100 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 09V187000 or the manufacturer campaign number 5509E. 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.