2021 Mazda MAZDA2 Headlight Recall (22V885)
Mazda Motor Corp. · 226 vehicles · Reported November 30, 2022
Mazda Motor Corp. is recalling 226 2021 Mazda MAZDA2 vehicles. The headlights are missing adjustment prevention caps, which can allow the headlights to be improperly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." Improperly adjusted headlights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 22V885 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 22V885000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 5622K |
| Date reported to NHTSA | November 30, 2022 |
| Manufacturer | Mazda Motor Corp. |
| Vehicles | 2021 Mazda MAZDA2 |
| Units affected | 226 |
| Component | Exterior Lighting > Headlights |
| Safety risk | Improperly adjusted headlights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2021 Mazda MAZDA2 in recall 22V885?
The headlights are missing adjustment prevention caps, which can allow the headlights to be improperly adjusted.
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Mazda2 vehicles. The headlights are missing adjustment prevention caps, which can allow the headlights to be improperly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Is it safe to drive a 2021 MAZDA2 with recall 22V885?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: Improperly adjusted headlights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: Improperly adjusted headlights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA has not issued a do-not-drive or park-outside warning for this recall. Still, get the repair done as soon as it is available, and stop driving if you notice symptoms related to the headlights.
Which vehicles are included in recall 22V885?
Recall 22V885 covers 226 vehicles: 2021 Mazda MAZDA2.
NHTSA lists 226 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Mazda | MAZDA2 |
What is the fix for the MAZDA2 headlight recall?
Yes. Dealers will install the missing adjustment prevention caps, free of charge.
Dealers will install the missing adjustment prevention caps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 28, 2022. Owners in Puerto Rico may contact Mazda customer service at (787) 620-7546. Owners in the United States may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 5622K.
When was recall 22V885 announced?
Mazda Motor Corp. reported recall 22V885 to NHTSA on November 30, 2022. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as December 28, 2022.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| November 30, 2022 | Mazda Motor Corp. filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 22V885000. |
| December 28, 2022 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 46 months ago. If your MAZDA2 was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my MAZDA2 is part of recall 22V885?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 22V885 is open on your MAZDA2, it will be listed there.
The fastest check is NHTSA’s VIN lookup. Type in the 17 characters from your registration or insurance card. Because only some 2021 MAZDA2 vehicles are included, the VIN check is the only reliable way to know. A brand-new recall may take several days to show up.
What should MAZDA2 owners do about recall 22V885?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 22V885000 applies to your MAZDA2.
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized Mazda dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Write down when symptoms involving the headlights happen: date, mileage, speed, weather and what you felt or heard. Photos and short videos help.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are MAZDA2 owners reporting to NHTSA?
Too few NHTSA complaints about the lighting and visibility have been filed since recall 22V885 was reported (0) to say whether the fix is holding.
NHTSA’s public complaint database does not list owner complaints for these vehicles yet. That is common for new models and for recalls a manufacturer finds through its own testing.
Can recall 22V885 make my MAZDA2 a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Recall 22V885000 does not automatically make your MAZDA2 a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?
Lighting and visibility defects, such as headlights that fail, wipers that stop or mirrors that do not work, reduce your ability to see and be seen. They are often electrical, and they often come back.
A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2021 Mazda MAZDA2 has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.
California law presumes a reasonable number of attempts has been made if, within 18 months or 18,000 miles of delivery, the same problem was repaired two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service for repairs more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Some of these require written notice to the manufacturer. A claim can still succeed outside that window.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Has your MAZDA2 been back to the dealer for this problem?
Call 877-536-6620Frequently asked questions about recall 22V885
Is the 22V885000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed December 28, 2022.
How do I know if my MAZDA2 is part of recall 22V885000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
What should I keep for a possible lemon law claim?
Keep every repair order, the recall owner letter, your purchase or lease contract, and notes on dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure each dealer visit is written up, even when the dealer says it cannot find a problem.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 22V885000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Mazda. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.