Mazda North American Operations | NHTSA Recall #03V206000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 03V206000 by Mazda North American Operations. Includes 64,000 affected units, MAZDA/FOG LIGHT, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain mini vans and passenger vehicles, the socket holder in the fog lights is installed in the lamp casing using pressure. during operation of the fog light, the heat from the bulb can expand the socket holder. the expansion can force the socket holder rearward. after repeatedly being subject to this expansion, if the fog light is also subjected to vibration during vehicle operation, the socket holder with the bulb holder and the wiring harness may separate from the fog light casing.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install a spring to prevent the socket holder from separating from the lamp case. owner notification began on july 14, 2003. 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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 03V206000

Manufacturer: Mazda North American Operations

Report Received Date: 2003-06-05T00:00:00

Subject: Mazda/fog light

Component: Exterior Lighting

Potentially Affected Units: 64,000

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 1103F

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain mini vans and passenger vehicles, the socket holder in the fog lights is installed in the lamp casing using pressure. during operation of the fog light, the heat from the bulb can expand the socket holder. the expansion can force the socket holder rearward. after repeatedly being subject to this expansion, if the fog light is also subjected to vibration during vehicle operation, the socket holder with the bulb holder and the wiring harness may separate from the fog light casing.

Consequence Summary: Should this occur, the bulb socket and the harness can drop inside the bumper and possibly but rarely, the heat generated by the bulb can cause the bumper to burn.

Corrective Action: Dealers will install a spring to prevent the socket holder from separating from the lamp case. owner notification began on july 14, 2003. 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-3khp~awzi.6v26

NHTSA ID: 03V206000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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