CX8 / CX9 /RX8
CX8 / CX9 /RX8 was recalled on 17 December 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01747/21. Injuries risk reported by France. The propellant airbag inflator may experience a material alteration over time due to degradation occurring after long-term exposure to humidity and may cause the front passenger airbag module to explode when an airbag deploys.
| Alert Number | A12/01747/21 |
| Brand | Mazda |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | France |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| Model Number | CX7 : "e11*2001/116*0308*00 e11*2001/116*0308*01", CX9 : "e13*KS07/46*0005*00 e13*KS07/46*0005*01 e13*KS07/46*0005*02", RX8 : " e11*2001/116*0199*00 e11*2001/116*0199*01 e11*2001/116*0199*02 e11*2001/116*0199*03 e11*2001/116*0199*04 e11*2001/116*0199*05 e11*2001/116*0199*06 " |
| Published | 17 December 2021 |
Risk Description
The propellant airbag inflator may experience a material alteration over time due to degradation occurring after long-term exposure to humidity and may cause the front passenger airbag module to explode when an airbag deploys. The excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator body to rupture and metal fragments may pass through the cushion material causing injury to the occupants. The product does not comply with the requirements laid down in the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 02/12/2021
Product Description
Passenger Car
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to CX8 / CX9 /RX8.
About this risk
This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.
Who is at risk?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.