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NHTSA Campaign ID:
04V602000 Component: Latches/Locks/Linkages: Doors: Latch Manufacturer: Mazda Motor Corp |
| Year: 2001 |
Make: Mazda Truck |
Model: Tribute |
Recall Date: 12/22/2004 |
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Potential Number of Units Affected: 262,113 Manufactured: |
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Defect Summary:
Certain 2004-2005 sport utility vehicles and certain 2001-2003 sport utility vehicles having rear Liftgate components serviced with 2004 equivalent components fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 206, 'Door Locks And Door Retention Components.' the rear Liftgate latching system does not meet the inertia load requirement in one direction.Consequence Summary: If the Liftgate is left unlocked, there is the potential that it may open during a crash.Corrective Summary: Dealers will replace the rear Liftgate latch release rod; the release rod attachment clip and the door handle return spring. The recall is expected to begin on January 24, 2005. Owners should contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500. |
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