2019 Mazda CX-3 · Visibility & cameras
Rearview camera image may not display
The rearview camera image may not display properly by showing a flickering or distorted image.
What the reviewed source says
Start with the documented condition, not a parts guess.
NHTSA campaign 23V487000 includes certain 2016 to 2021 Mazda CX-3 vehicles. Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Mazda3 and 2016-2021 CX-3 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display properly by showing a flickering or distorted image. A rearview camera that does not display properly can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Words owners may use
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Symptoms in the pattern
- The rearview image may be blank, delayed, distorted or unavailable in reverse
- An open campaign appears when the complete VIN is checked
- Some recalled vehicles may show no advance warning before the component fails
Vehicles and scope
- 2016 to 2021 Mazda CX-3
- NHTSA campaign 23V487000
- The manufacturer filing lists 236,100 potentially affected units across the complete campaign.
- VIN eligibility determines whether this recall applies to an individual vehicle
Manufacturer position
What the official procedure directs
Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera, as necessary. In addition, dealers will install a wiring harness fastening seal. All repairs will be performed free of charge.
Safety recall eligibility is based on the VIN and campaign scope, not ordinary warranty mileage. Check the complete VIN even when the vehicle is outside its original warranty.
Original evidence
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Repair paths and safe checks
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Use the official recall remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera, as necessary. In addition, dealers will install a wiring harness fastening seal. All repairs will be performed free of charge.
Do not buy parts from the campaign description alone. VIN scope, superseded remedies and parts availability can change.
What owners reported
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Check the complete VIN before arranging work
Enter the 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup and ask the manufacturer or an authorised dealer to confirm whether the campaign is open for this vehicle.
A year, make and model match does not prove that every vehicle is included. The VIN result controls eligibility.
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Read the method beside the problem
These guides explain the safety and evidence checks that apply to this problem file.
Check recalls by VIN
A VIN search checks the displayed NHTSA records for an unrepaired safety recall associated with one vehicle. A model search shows only the wider campaign population.
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2016 Mazda CX-3 · Steering & suspension
Steering control may be reduced
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