6 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - TIRES:TREAD/BELT
Posted on: 2000-08-10
Description
Tire description: firestone wilderness at, size p235/75r15, produced at the decatur, illinois tire plant and all firestone radial atx and radial atx ii tires, size p235/75r15. Operation of these tires at low inflation pressures, high speed, and in hot weather, can contribute to separation of the tire tread.
Consequence
If the tread separates from the tire, the driver can lose control of the vehicle, possibly resulting in a crash causing injury or death.
Corrective Action
The replacement/reimbursement program for this campaign expired on august 29, 2001. However, customers should contact firestone customer service at 1-800-465-1904 for possible assistance.
Notes
DEFECT #2 - STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEVICE
Posted on: 1999-11-30
Description
Vehicle description: on certain sport utility vehicles, the hydraulic lift cylinder bracket welds could fracture.
Consequence
With a broken bracket weld, there is a potential for the liftgate bracket to gradually bend inward allowing the lift cylinder ball stud to disengage, unexpectedly allowing the liftgate to fall from an open position.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install liftgate reinforcement brackets. Depending upon the condition of the liftgate sheet metal in the area of the bracket, dealers may also install a larger reinforcement.
Notes
Owner notification began may 12, 2000.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #3 - STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Posted on: 1998-02-25
Description
Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles equipped with factory installed sunroof. The sunroof glass panel assembly can separate while the vehicle is moving due to incorrect hinge engagement. This was caused by improper sunroof installation of the glass panel.
Consequence
Unexpected separation of the sunroof glass panel could possibly distract the driver increasing the risk of a vehicle crash or loss of vehicle control.
Corrective Action
Owners will be provided with an instruction booklet which thoroughly outlines, with illustrations, the proper procedures for the removal, storage, and reinstallation of the sunroof's glass panel. A warning label for attachment to the sunroof's latch knob will also be provided to the owners.
Notes
Owner notification began july 16, 1998. Owners who do not receive the instruction booklet and warning label within a reasonable time should contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
DEFECT #4 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:HYDRAULIC
Posted on: 1996-02-29
Description
The studs which attach the brake master cylinder to the power brake vacuum booster assembly can develop stress corrosion cracking after being operated for an extended period of time in the southern california location.
Consequence
If a crack occurs, it could result in one or both studs fracturing. The master cylinder could then separate from the vacuum booster, when the brakes are applied, preventing the service brakes from fully activating increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the power brake vacuum booster assembly.
Notes
System: brakes; power assist; primary; booster. Vehicle description: multi-purpose vehicles and light duty trucks originally sold or currently registered in the southern california counties of los angeles, orange, san bernadino, san diego, riverside, ventura, santa barbara, san luis obispo, imperial, and kern. Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time, should contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
DEFECT #5 - PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL
Posted on: 1994-11-23
Description
The parking brake control self-adjust pawl does not line up properly with the self-adjust rachet causing the pawl to slip over one or more teeth in the rachet.
Consequence
When the above occurs, it can result in parking brake system ineffectiveness. The parking brake will not hold the vehicle, causing the vehicle to roll freely, if the transmission is not left in gear.
Corrective Action
A wedge will be installed which will serve to lock the parking brake self-adjust mechanism pawl into engagement with the rachet. Also, owners will be advised to release and reapply the parking brake whenever tooth skip occurs and will be reminded to always turn off the engine and leave the vehicle in gear when the vehicle is parked.
Notes
System: emergency parking brake; mechanical.vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and multipurpose vehicles with manual transmissions.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time or the remedy does not correct the defect, please contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
DEFECT #6 - STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEVICE
Posted on: 1995-08-31
Description
The hydraulic lift cylinders are attached to brackets that are welded to the liftgate. The bracket welds can fracture.
Consequence
With a broken bracket weld, there is a potential for the liftgate bracket to gradually bend inward allowing the lift cylinder ballstud to disengage.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install reinforcement brackets.
Notes
System: structure; hatchback hydraulic cylinder.vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles.note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time, should contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.