Lower control arm and ball joint separation
Defect Summary
Mazda north american operations (mazda) is recalling certain model year 2007-2012 mazda cx-7 vehicles manufactured february 14, 2006, to may 9, 2012. in the affected vehicles, water may enter the front suspension ball joint fittings. if the water is contaminated with salt, such as from driving on snowy roads that have been treated, the ball joint may corrode and separate from the lower control arm, resulting in a loss of steering control.
Safety Consequence
A loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace both front lower control arms, free of charge. as a priority, mazda will first address all affected 2007-2008 vehicles as well as 2009-2011 vehicles currently registered in connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, virginia. West virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia. the remaining vehicles will be addressed as parts are available. the recall began september 20, 2017. owners may contact mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. mazda's number for this recall is 9716h.
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FAQ: Recall 16V593000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V593000?
NHTSA recall 16V593000 was issued by Mazda North American Operations on August 11, 2016. It addresses: Lower control arm and ball joint separation. The recall affects approximately 190,102 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mazda North American Operations dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V593000 or the manufacturer campaign number 9716H. 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.