Inaccurate Pedestrian Warning Sounds/FMVSS 141
Recall Information
| Manufacturer | Mazda North American Operations |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 23V553000 |
| Report Received Date | 8/4/2023 |
| Component | BACK OVER PREVENTION |
| Vehicles Affected | 17,600 |
| Completion Rate | 99.09% |
| Recall Category | Vehicle |
| Software Recall | Yes |
| OTA Update | No |
Description
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 CX-90 vehicles. Software in the Approaching Vehicle Audible System (AVAS) Information Sound Box (ISB) amplifier may be missing, which can cause inaccurate, external pedestrian warning sounds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid Electric Vehicles."
Issue
Inaccurate external warning sounds may confuse pedestrians about the direction of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Consequence Summary
Inaccurate external warning sounds may confuse pedestrians about the direction of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will update the AVAS ISB amplifier software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 18, 2023. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6123H.
