Mazda Motor Corp. | NHTSA Recall #12V016000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V016000 by Mazda Motor Corp.. Includes 52,390 affected units, ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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 1-800-222-5500, option 6.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12V016000

Manufacturer: Mazda Motor Corp.

Report Received Date: 2012-01-20T00:00:00

Subject: Antilock brake system electrical connectors

Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Potentially Affected Units: 52,390

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: 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.

Consequence Summary: Corrosion may develop in the electrical connector leading melting, smoking or possible fire.

Corrective Action: 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 1-800-222-5500, option 6.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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SID: row-vmgr_tun3_a2y8

NHTSA ID: 12V016000

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Created At: 1742808662

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