Mazda Recalls Japan Diesel Models After 846 Consumer Complaints
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Mazda Motor Corp. is recalling several of its top-selling models in Japan over a defect that could lead to diesel engine failure after 846 customer complaints, according to the nation’s transport ministry.
The automaker will call back about 130,000 vehicles including CX-3 crossovers and Demio and Axela small cars, Yosuke Sabato, a transport ministry official, said by phone. A settings flaw within the engine control unit leads to soot buildup in the exhaust valves that can result in noise, vibration and engine failure while driving, he said.