Recall 04V-605
MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS recalled the 2001 to 2005 Mazda Tribute: Latches/locks/linkages (hatchback/liftgate, lock).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 04V-605
- Reported
- December 23, 2004
- Vehicles affected
- 49,800 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Certain 2004-2005 sport utility vehicles and certain 2001-2003 sport utility vehicle having rear liftgate components serviced with 2004 equivalent components fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 206, 'door locks and door retention components.' the rear liftgate latching system does not meet the inertia load requirement in one direction.
The risk
If the liftgate is left unlocked, there is the potential that it may open during a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the rear liftgate latch release rod, the release rod attachment clip and the door handle return spring. The recall began on march 31, 2005. Owners should contact mazda at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Mazda recall no. 2804l. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- Mazda Tribute 2001 to 2005