Mazda/air bag deployment
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with the sas sensor unit. these vehicles can experience air bag deployments in minor undercarriage impacts.
Safety Consequence
Unexpected air bag deployment can result in occupant injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will reprogram the sas unit to reduce the probability of unnecessary deployments in low speed undercarriage impacts.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Mazda North American Operations or involving Air Bags.
FAQ: Recall 98V249000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 98V249000?
NHTSA recall 98V249000 was issued by Mazda North American Operations on October 8, 1998. It addresses: Mazda/air bag deployment. The recall affects approximately 213,000 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 98V249000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.