Mazda Recall 21V-162: Air bags – inflator module

Affected: 2007–2009 Mazda B-Series Truck. Filed with NHTSA on March 10, 2021, covering about 5,847 vehicles.

The problem

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2007-2009 B-Series pickup trucks. The driver's side air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.

The risk

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.

The fix

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver-side air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety risk with an interim letter mailed April 26, 2021. A second letter was sent December 2021. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4821C.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign21V-162 (21V162000)
Manufacturer number4821C
ManufacturerMazda Motor Corp.
ComponentAir bags › Frontal › Driver side › Inflator module
Report dateMarch 10, 2021
Owners notifiedDecember 29, 2021
Vehicles affected5,847
Initiated byNHTSA investigation

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the air bags

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 21V-162 repair free?

Yes. Mazda dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver-side air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety risk with an interim letter mailed April 26, 2021. A second letter was sent December 2021.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 5,847 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.