recall information
Recall number
REC-003384
PRA number
2011/12765
Campaign number
R201102
Original published date
Last updated date
make and model information
Make
Mazda
Model
Mazda3
Affected units
38,944
What are the defects?
The ground terminal of the windscreen wiper motor may have been inadvertently bent during the assembly of the windscreen wiper motor. This may cause a loss of the electrical ground connection, which could result in the windscreen wiper motor not functioning.
What are the hazards?
In a worst case scenario, the windscreen wipers will not work and visibility may be reduced.
What should consumers do?
Mazda Australia will contact all affected owners by mail. Owners should contact their preferred Mazda Dealer to arrange an appointment to have an additional ground harness installed on their vehicle's windscreen wiper motor.
Supplier details
Mazda Australia Pty. Limited
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact website
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
