Driver's frontal air bag may rupture
Defect Summary
Mazda north american operations (mazda) is recalling certain model year 2003-2008 mazda6, 2004-2008 rx-8, and 2006-2007 mazdaspeed6 vehicles. the affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion and other factors, including manufacturing variability that, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
Safety Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Action
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is performed. mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. the recall began on september 12, 2017. owners may contact mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. mazda's number for this recall is 1417g. note: this recall supersedes recall 15v-382.
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FAQ: Recall 17V474000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V474000?
NHTSA recall 17V474000 was issued by Mazda North American Operations on July 26, 2017. It addresses: Driver's frontal air bag may rupture. The recall affects approximately 308,992 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mazda North American Operations dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17V474000 or the manufacturer campaign number 1417G. 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.
What does "Do Not Drive" mean for this recall?
NHTSA has flagged this recall as Do Not Drive, meaning the defect poses an immediate safety risk and affected vehicles should not be operated until they are repaired. Owners should contact their dealer immediately and may be eligible for free towing or a loaner vehicle while awaiting parts.
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.