Charging system shutdown may cause engine stall
Defect Summary
Mazda north america operations (mazda) is recalling certain model year 2014 mazda3 vehicles manufactured june 12, 2013, through december 18, 2013, and model year 2014-2015 mazda6 vehicles manufactured may 20, 2013, through december 4, 2013, and both equipped with a 2.5l engine and a regenerative engine braking system. when driving the affected vehicles in heavy rain or in deep puddles, the alternator belt may slip causing the power control module (pcm) to incorrectly assume failure of the charging system.
Safety Consequence
Once the pcm assumes that the charging system has failed, the vehicle will stop charging and could result in poor acceleration, loss of steering assist and windshield wiper operation, and a possible engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the pcm with updated software, free of charge. the recall began on may 19, 2014. owners may contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500. mazda's number for this recall is 7314d.
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FAQ: Recall 14V173000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V173000?
NHTSA recall 14V173000 was issued by Mazda North American Operations on April 3, 2014. It addresses: Charging system shutdown may cause engine stall. The recall affects approximately 5,700 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mazda North American Operations dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V173000 or the manufacturer campaign number 7314D. 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.