This may cause burn damage of the seat cushion surface, or a risk of smoke/fire.

Seats — Front Assembly — Seat Heater/Cooler

Date Announced
FEB 19, 2010
Vehicles Affected
12,300
Mazda Recall #
5810B
NHTSA Campaign #
10V051000
Summary
Mazda is recalling certain model year 2010 Cx-9 vehicles equipped with electrically heated front seats. There is a possibility under extremely cold conditions for the seat heater control circuit to overheat and fail due to insufficient electrical grounding.
Actions
Dealers will install an additional ground harness on the seat heater control system. The seat heater control circuit will be replaced if necessary and/or the seat will be repaired free of charge. The safety recall began on March 9, 2010. Owners may contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500.
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