Mazda Recalls 190,000 CX-7 Crossovers To Fix Suspension Corrosion

(RTTNews) - Mazda Motor Corp. (MZDAF.PK) is recalling over 190,000 CX-7 sport utility vehicles to fix a issue that could lead to loss of steering control.

The recall involves CX-7 models from 2007 through 2012 manufactured between February 14, 2006 to May 9, 2012. The company said there have been no reports of accidents or injuries.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said that in the affected vehicles water may enter the front suspension ball joint fittings. Water combined with salt from treated snowy roads can lead to corrosion of ball joint and to separate from the lower control arm, which will result in a loss of steering control.

Owners will be notified and instructed to take their vehicles to a Mazda dealer for free replace of both front lower control arms.