The problem
On two passenger vehicles, a crack in the solder connection attaching the acceleration sensor in the sas unit made contact with the base plate, damaging the solder connection.
The risk
The airbag May not deploy when the vehicle is involved in a frontal crash and it can cause serious injuries.
The fix
Dealers repaired these vehicles. The two vehicle owners were contacted by telephone on November 22, 2004, and these vehicles have been repaired.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 04V-559 (04V559000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 2504K |
| Manufacturer | Mazda Motor Corp. |
| Component | Air bags › Frontal › Sensor/control module-inactive |
| Report date | November 22, 2004 |
| Owners notified | November 22, 2004 |
| Vehicles affected | 2 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the air bags
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 04V-559 repair free?
Yes. Mazda dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers repaired these vehicles. The two vehicle owners were contacted by telephone on November 22, 2004, and these vehicles have been repaired.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 2 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.