Recall 12V-016
MAZDA MOTOR CORP recalled the 2001 to 2002 Mazda Tribute: Service brakes, hydraulic (antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, control unit/module).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 12V-016
- Reported
- January 20, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 52,390 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Mazda is recalling certain model year 2001-2002 mazda tribute vehicles manufactured from april 20, 2000, through july 19, 2002. The brake master cylinder reservoir cap can leak brake fluid. If brake fluid leaks, it could come in contact with the antilock brake system (ABS) module wiring harness connector.
The risk
Corrosion may develop in the electrical connector leading melting, smoking or possible fire.
The fix
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the vehicle's brake master cylinder reservoir cap and modify the ABS electrical system, free of charge. Until the repair has been performed, vehicle owners should park their vehicles outside. The safety recall began on june 22, 2012. Owners may contact mazda at 1-[removed], option 6.
Notes from the manufacturer
Mazdas safety recall campaign number is 6712a. Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty: 1-[removed]); or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Mazda Tribute 2001 to 2002