Mazda is recalling more than 35,000 vehicles amid safety fears.
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The Japanese brand is worried that a build-up of carbon deposits could cause premature wear of certain engine components in diesel versions of its 3, 6 and CX-5 models.
Vehicles built between 2012 to 2018 have been recalled resulting in 35,476 faulty vehicles issued.
Product Safety Australia, which is in charge of the recall, said drivers of affected cars might notice:
- a gradual drop of engine power;
- multiple warning lights activating on the driver's dashboard;
- a gradual increase in vehicle stopping distance;
- the engine stalling and refusing to restart;
- smoke coming from the engine.
"If any of the above symptoms occur, there is an increased risk of an accident or injury to vehicle occupants and other road users," Product Safety Australia said.
Mazda Australia will contact the owners of affected models with instructions for scheduling an appointment to have the fault repair. Vehicles' software will also be updated.
All repairs will be free for owners.
The recall comes after Mazda CX 3 was named the top value small SUV named by Wheels Magazine.
To see if your vehicle has been recalled, visit the Mazda recall website here.
For more information, contact Mazda Australia's customer service on 1800 034 411.
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