Driver side air bag inflator may explode
Defect Summary
Mazda is recalling certain 2006 b-series vehicles. Mazda requests owners not to drive these vehicles until they have been remedied. Upon deployment of the driver side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode. on january 11, 2018, mazda north american operations (mazda) notified nhtsa that they are recalling 160 model year 2006 b-series vehicles built with driver-side air bags. As of february 9, 2018, mazda is expanding the recall to a total of 2,205 model year 2006 b-series vehicles built with driver-side air bags. upon deployment of the driver side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
Safety Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with sharp metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants, potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Action
Mazda will notify owners instructing them to not drive their vehicles, and dealers will replace the front driver side air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. the recall began january 18, 2018. owners may contact mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. mazda's number for this recall is 2218a.
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FAQ: Recall 18V038000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V038000?
NHTSA recall 18V038000 was issued by Mazda North American Operations on January 16, 2018. It addresses: Driver side air bag inflator may explode. The recall affects approximately 2,205 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 18V038000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2218A. 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.