Mazda Motor Corp. | NHTSA Recall #06V463000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 06V463000 by Mazda Motor Corp.. Includes 9,800 affected units, DOOR LATCH MECHANISMS, component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain passenger vehicles currently registered in the following states: alaska, colorado, connecticut, delaware, idaho, illinois, indiana, iowa, kansas, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, montana, nebraska, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, north dakota, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, south dakota, utah, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin,and wyoming. the side door latch mechanisms may experience water intrusion allowing the latch mechanism to freeze in cold weather.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the sliding door latches with modified latches. the recall began on december 18, 2006. owners may contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 06V463000

Manufacturer: Mazda Motor Corp.

Report Received Date: 2006-12-04T00:00:00

Subject: Door latch mechanisms

Component: Latches/locks/linkages

Potentially Affected Units: 9,800

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 4306K

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain passenger vehicles currently registered in the following states: alaska, colorado, connecticut, delaware, idaho, illinois, indiana, iowa, kansas, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, montana, nebraska, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, north dakota, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, south dakota, utah, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin,and wyoming. the side door latch mechanisms may experience water intrusion allowing the latch mechanism to freeze in cold weather.

Consequence Summary: As a result, when the door is opened the door latch pawl may remain in the open position resulting in the door not being able to be closed and latched. if the vehicle is operated with an open door it may allow an unbelted occupant to be ejected from the vehicle which could result in injury or death.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the sliding door latches with modified latches. the recall began on december 18, 2006. owners may contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 06V463000

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