Recall 99V-191
MAZDA (NORTH AMERICA),INC recalled the 2000 Mazda MPV: Latches/locks/linkages (doors, latch).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 99V-191
- Reported
- July 16, 1999
- Vehicles affected
- 13,030 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Vehicle description: minivans. Due to the inappropriate shape of the linkage in the rear door lock controller, accumulated dust may prevent the door lock mechanism from functioning properly, causing incomplete locking of the door when the childproof locking system is used.
The risk
This could result in an opening of the door while driving, increasing the risk of personal injury to a vehicle occupant.
The fix
Dealers will install parts in the latching assembly that will prevent this problem from occurring.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification began july 26, 1999. 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-[removed].also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Mazda MPV 2000