Recall 23V837 affects 12,741 2004-2006 Mazda B-Series Truck vehicles for a passenger air bag inflator installed incorrectly. Repair is free at any franchised Mazda dealer.
Mazda is recalling 12,741 2004-2006 B-Series Truck vehicles because replacement front passenger air bag inflators installed during an earlier recall were installed incorrectly. An incorrectly installed inflator can keep the passenger air bag from inflating properly in a crash, increasing injury risk, and Mazda dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The passenger frontal air bag inflator in the 2004-2006 Mazda B-Series Truck is the metal inflator inside the passenger air bag module. In a crash where the passenger air bag is commanded to deploy, the inflator produces gas that fills the air bag so it can cushion the passenger.
These trucks had passenger inflators replaced under an earlier recall repair. Mazda found that the repair instructions for that replacement work were not followed properly on certain trucks, so the replacement inflator was installed incorrectly. That leaves the passenger air bag system with a part that is not installed the way Mazda specified.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner would not be expected to hear, feel, or see this installation problem during normal driving, so recall history and the VIN decide whether the truck needs the corrected repair.
Who's affected?
Covers the B-Series Truck across the 2004, 2005, and 2006 model years for the same passenger-side frontal air bag inflator.
| 2004 Mazda B-Series Truck | front air bag |
|---|---|
| 2005 Mazda B-Series Truck | front air bag |
| 2006 Mazda B-Series Truck | front air bag |
| Units affected | 12,741 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific pickup truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
An incorrectly installed front passenger air bag inflator can leave the passenger air bag underinflated during a crash, increasing injury risk for the front passenger. There is no warning sign before failure. Schedule the inspection and reinstall work soon, even if the truck feels normal. Repair is free at any franchised Mazda dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2004-2006 Mazda B-Series Truck is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Mazda dealer to schedule the free inspection and, if needed, front passenger air bag inflator reinstallation.
- Bring the Mazda recall notice if you received one, and reference recall number 23V837 when you call.
- Avoid carrying a passenger in the front passenger seat until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Mazda technician inspects the front passenger air bag inflator and reinstalls it if it was not seated or secured correctly during the earlier inflator replacement. Parts and labor are covered, and the recall repair is free. Mazda states that reimbursement is not offered for this campaign because owners had no awareness of the incorrect installation concern before the recall.
| Reimbursement | No separate reimbursement |
|---|
Timeline
| December 12, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 15, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| December 15, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| February 1, 2024 | Owner notification mailed |
| February 10, 2024 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V837?
Recall 23V837 covers 12,741 2004-2006 Mazda B-Series Truck vehicles with replacement front passenger air bag inflators that need inspection for incorrect installation. An incorrectly installed inflator can fail to properly inflate the passenger air bag during a crash. Mazda dealers will inspect and reinstall it for free.
What should I do if my 2004-2006 Mazda B-Series Truck is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 23V837. If it is, contact a franchised Mazda dealer to schedule the front passenger air bag inflator inspection and reinstallation. Reference Mazda recall number 6423L when you call. The repair is free.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Mazda will inspect and reinstall the front passenger air bag inflator, as needed, free of charge at any franchised Mazda dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is passenger air bag failure during a crash. If the replacement front passenger air bag inflator was installed incorrectly, the air bag can fail to inflate properly, increasing the risk of injury to the passenger. The dealer repair is free.
When were owners notified about recall 23V837?
Mazda mailed owner notification letters on February 1, 2024. If you bought the truck used or never received a letter, check your VIN and contact a franchised Mazda dealer. Mazda customer service is also available at 1-800-222-5500.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V837000 |
|---|---|
| Mazda customer service | 1-800-222-5500 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V837 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V837000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →