Mazda Australia is recalling more than 1500 Mazda 6 models after identifying a potential fault with the vehicles' electrical system.

Part of a global safety recall of approximately 15,000 Mazda 6 models in direct response to two cars at dealerships catching fire – one locally and one in Europe – the 1531 Australian delivered Mazda 6s are at risk of carrying a potential fault with a component in the DC/DC convertor, located under the front passenger seat.

Mazda says the fault may cause overheating of the unit, with fire being a possible result.

While the DC/DC converter is linked to the vehicles’ electrical system, Mazda Australia’s Steve Maciver told CarAdvice, the defect is not specifically related to the Mazda 6’s capacitor-based i-ELOOP brake energy regeneration system.

Owners of the affected vehicles are being notified, with replacements of the DC/DC convertors to take place as soon as possible and at no cost. Mazda will also provide all affected Mazda 6 owners with alternative transport while the repair is being performed.