Mazda North American Operations | NHTSA Recall #12V357000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V357000 by Mazda North American Operations. Affecting model year 2001 through 2006, and 2008, tribute vehicles equipped with 3 Includes 217,500 affected units, Speed Control Cable Connector Interference, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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model year 2001 through 2006, and 2008, tribute vehicles equipped with 3

Defect Summary

Mazda is recalling certain model year 2001 through 2006, and 2008, tribute vehicles equipped with 3.0l v6 engines and speed control. inadequate clearance between the engine cover and the speed control cable connector could result in a stuck throttle when the accelerator pedal is fully or almost-fully depressed. this risk exists regardless of whether or not speed control (cruise control) is used.

Corrective Action

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles by increasing the engine cover clearance, free of charge. remedy parts are now available. the safety recall began on september 13, 2012. owners may contact mazda customer assistance center at 1-800-222-5500, option #6.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12V357000

Manufacturer: Mazda North American Operations

Report Received Date: 2012-07-27T00:00:00

Subject: Speed control cable connector interference

Component: Engine And Engine Cooling

Potentially Affected Units: 217,500

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 6812G

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Mazda is recalling certain model year 2001 through 2006, and 2008, tribute vehicles equipped with 3.0l v6 engines and speed control. inadequate clearance between the engine cover and the speed control cable connector could result in a stuck throttle when the accelerator pedal is fully or almost-fully depressed. this risk exists regardless of whether or not speed control (cruise control) is used.

Consequence Summary: A stuck throttle may result in very high vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop or slow the vehicle, which could cause a crash, serious injury or death.

Corrective Action: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles by increasing the engine cover clearance, free of charge. remedy parts are now available. the safety recall began on september 13, 2012. owners may contact mazda customer assistance center 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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