Mazda 5 Recall R/2013/035: Fire May Occur, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 8 Apr 2013
- Launched
- 1,031
- vehicles in the UK
- AD004C
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Mazda recalled 5 vehicles built between 1 October 2010 and 7 November 2012. Water may enter the glow plug control module due to poor sealing of the waterproof connecter for the front harness. The recall notice describes the fix as: a Mazda dealer will inspect the glow plug control module and if necessary replace the glow plug control module. Also the installation location of the glow plug control module will be changed to prevent future water ingress. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Water may enter the glow plug control module due to poor sealing of the waterproof connecter for the front harness. In some cases the glow plug control module could get corroded due to the water ingress and in the worst case there is a possibility that the glow plug control module could melt resulting in a vehicle fire.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: FIRE MAY OCCUR Defect: Water may enter the glow plug control module due to poor sealing of the waterproof connecter for the front harness. In some cases the glow plug control module could get corroded due to the water ingress and in the worst case there is a possibility that the glow plug control module could melt resulting in a vehicle fire. Remedy: A Mazda dealer will inspect the glow plug control module and if necessary replace the glow plug control module. Also the installation location of the glow plug control module will be changed to prevent future water ingress.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in a vehicle fire.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: a Mazda dealer will inspect the glow plug control module and if necessary replace the glow plug control module. Also the installation location of the glow plug control module will be changed to prevent future water ingress.
Are You Affected?
5 built between 1 October 2010 and 7 November 2012 may be included. Mazda estimates 1,031 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Mazda, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Mazda.
- Book with any franchised Mazda dealer, quoting the campaign code AD004C or the DVSA reference R/2013/035. See how to get a Mazda recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5Engine may stall | Urgent | R/2010/217 | |
| 3, 5, 6Engine revs may increase inadvertently | Urgent | R/2008/194 | |
| 3, 5Engine mounting may fail under sudden acceleration | Low | R/2008/050 | |
| 5, 6Engine may stall | Urgent | R/2006/098 | |
| MX5Fuel pipe concern | Urgent | R/2025/442 |
This is one of 103 Mazda recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mazda recall launched before it was R/2013/043 on 26 Mar 2013, for fire may occur. The one launched after it was R/2013/047 on 24 Apr 2013, for passenger side airbag may fail to deploy correctly. You can also see every Mazda recall, all recalls launched in 2013 and fire risk recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2013/035, launched 8 April 2013. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.