Safety Recall NHTSA · 16V203000 Reported April 11, 2016

Insufficient bolt torque may cause steering loss

Mazda North American Operations · N/A · 578 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
16V203000
Manufacturer Campaign
9316D
Manufacturer
Mazda North American Operations
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
578
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
April 11, 2016
Completion Rate
79.41

Defect Summary

Mazda north american operations (mazda) is recalling certain model year 2016 cx-3 vehicles manufactured june 1, 2015, to december 2, 2015, 2013-2014 mazda2 vehicles manufactured july 3, 2013, to august 8, 2014, 2014-2016 cx-5 vehicles manufactured january 19, 2013, to december 2, 2015, and 2013-2015 cx-9 vehicles manufactured december 6, 2012, to july 31, 2015. the lower mounting nuts and bolts that attach the front strut assembly to the steering knuckle may loosen, allowing the steering knuckle to separate.

Safety Consequence

If the steering knuckle separates from the strut assembly, it can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lower mounting nuts and bolts that secure the front strut assembly to the steering knuckle. if the bolts are loose, they will be replaced and then correctly tightened, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin may 20, 2016. owners may contact mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. mazda's number for this recall is 9316d.

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 North American Operations dealer and reference recall ID 16V203000 or campaign 9316D.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 16V203000

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

What is recall 16V203000?

NHTSA recall 16V203000 was issued by Mazda North American Operations on April 11, 2016. It addresses: Insufficient bolt torque may cause steering loss. The recall affects approximately 578 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Mazda North American Operations dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V203000 or the manufacturer campaign number 9316D. 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.