1991 MAZDA NAVAJO Recalls (6)

Campaign:
91V020000 on 02/18/1991
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Manufactured:
07/31/1990 - 10/31/1990
Affected:
6,424
Defect:
Front heat shield extension may contact the upper front corner of plastic fuel tank damaging or puncturing the fuel tank.
Consequence:
Such fuel tank damage could allow vapor and or fuel toescape; this could result in a fire if a source of ignition is present.
Correction:
Relocate heat shield; replace fuel tank if damaged or punctured.
Notes:
System: fuel tank.vehicle description: light-duty trucks built by ford motor company.

Campaign:
91V028000 on 02/24/1991
Component:
Structure:body:bumpers
Manufactured:
07/31/1990 - 12/31/1990
Affected:
10,000
Defect:
Rear bumper may be susceptible to fatigue cracking under extended trailer tow service when using a bumper mounted trailer hitch.
Consequence:
Bumper could separate from vehicle when using a bumpermounted trailer hitch ball.
Correction:
Install two additional brackets, one additional bar and associated fasteners to prevent bumper separation.
Notes:
System: rear bumper reinforcement.vehicle description: light-duty trucks built by ford motor company.note: bumper mounted trailer hitch ball assembly should not be used untilrepair procedure is completed.

Campaign:
91V189001 on 11/05/1991
Component:
Power train:automatic transmission
Manufactured:
07/31/1989 - 07/31/1991
Affected:
33,540
Defect:
When the automatic transmission shift lever is placed in the park position, the park pawl does not always abut or engage the park gear.
Consequence:
Driver may believe the vehicle is safely engaged in parkwhen the gear is not truly engaged. this can lead to the vehicle jumping out ofgear unintentionally, vehicle rollaway when parked on a sloped surface, andinadvertent motion when the vehicle is started. all of these conditions canresult in a vehicle accident.
Correction:
Repair the transmission with a new park pawl.
Notes:
System: transmission.vehicle description: pickup trucks, vans, and multi-purpose vehicles equippedwith a4ld automatic transmissions.

Campaign:
96V024002 on 02/28/1996
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:hydraulic
Manufactured:
02/28/1991 - 10/31/1993
Affected:
2,500
Defect:
The studs which attach the brake master cylinder to the power brake vacuum booster assembly can develop stress corrosion cracking after being operated for an extended period of time in the southern california location.
Consequence:
If a crack occurs, it could result in one or both studs fracturing. the master cylinder could then separate from the vacuum booster, when the brakes are applied, preventing the service brakes from fully activating increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the power brake vacuum booster assembly.
Notes:
System: brakes; power assist; primary; booster. vehicle description: multi-purpose vehicles and light duty trucks originally sold or currently registered in the southern california counties of los angeles, orange, san bernadino, san diego, riverside, ventura, santa barbara, san luis obispo, imperial, and kern. note: 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. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Campaign:
97V235002 on 02/24/1998
Component:
Structure:body:roof and pillars
Manufactured:
01/31/1990 - 12/30/1992
Affected:
23,000
Defect:
Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles equipped with factory installed sunroof. the sunroof glass panel assembly can separate while the vehicle is moving due to incorrect hinge engagement. this was caused by improper sunroof installation of the glass panel.
Consequence:
Unexpected separation of the sunroof glass panel could possibly distract the driver increasing the risk of a vehicle crash or loss of vehicle control.
Correction:
Owners will be provided with an instruction booklet which thoroughly outlines, with illustrations, the proper procedures for the removal, storage, and reinstallation of the sunroof's glass panel. a warning label for attachment to the sunroof's latch knob will also be provided to the owners.
Notes:
Owner notification began july 16, 1998. owners who do not receive the instruction booklet and warning label within a reasonable time should contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Campaign:
00T005000 on 08/09/2000
Component:
Tires:tread/belt
Affected:
14,400,000
Defect:
Tire description: firestone wilderness at, size p235/75r15, produced at the decatur, illinois tire plant and all firestone radial atx and radial atx ii tires, size p235/75r15. operation of these tires at low inflation pressures, high speed, and in hot weather, can contribute to separation of the tire tread.
Consequence:
If the tread separates from the tire, the driver can lose control of the vehicle, possibly resulting in a crash causing injury or death.
Correction:
The replacement/reimbursement program for this campaign expired on august 29, 2001. however, customers should contact firestone customer service at 1-800-465-1904 for possible assistance.

1991 MAZDA NAVAJO TSBs (36)

Bulletin:
P007/94R
Component:
034420 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:drum:shoes/linings
Summary:
rear brake squeal/grab. *tw
Bulletin:
S038/94
Component:
151100 seat belts:front:anchorage
Summary:
belt extender for seat belts. *tw
Bulletin:
S033/94R
Component:
135100 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices:interior
Summary:
rearview mirror falls off. *tw
Bulletin:
J003/94
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
creak noise from driveline when transmission is engaged. *tw
Bulletin:
S006/95
Component:
221200 seats:front assembly:recliner
Summary:
passenger seat back rattles. *tw
Bulletin:
M001/95
Component:
107000 power train:axle hubs
Summary:
ratcheting noise from automatic locking hubs. *tw
Bulletin:
R001/95
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
noise from front suspension. *tw
Bulletin:
F009/95
Component:
116200 electrical system:ignition:module
Summary:
check engine light iluminates - faulty connection on ignition control module. *tw
Bulletin:
002/95
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
drift/pull while braking and steering. *sd
Bulletin:
002/95A
Component:
203000 wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts
Summary:
auto-locking hubs diagnostic procedure. *sd
Bulletin:
001/97/3
Component:
105300 power train:driveline:driveshaft
Summary:
Ping or creak noise from driveline - transmission is engaged. *tw
Bulletin:
001/97P
Component:
034410 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:drum:wheel cylinders
Summary:
Rear brake squeal / grab. *tw
Bulletin:
001/97M
Component:
021600 suspension:front:wheel bearing
Summary:
New high temperature grease for front wheel bearing maintenance. *tw
Bulletin:
010/97U
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
A/c system filtering procedure. *tw
Bulletin:
008/97
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Use of a/c tracer dye. *tw
Bulletin:
001/97G
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
Maintenance free battery - diagnostic and charging procedure. *tw
Bulletin:
001/97J
Component:
105300 power train:driveline:driveshaft
Summary:
Ping or creak noise from driveline - transmission engaged. *tw
Bulletin:
008/97S
Component:
161000 structure:frame and members
Summary:
Replacing frame rivets. *tw
Bulletin:
97083000197
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Rear brakes grab and squeal after the vehicle has been sitting for a long period of time. *yc
Bulletin:
97083001997
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
During normal driving conditions or at idle, a "buzzing'' or "rattling" noise may be heard from the exhaust system. *yc
Bulletin:
01298
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Experiencing a buzzing or rattling noise may be heard coming from the exhaust system during normal driving conditions or at idle. *yc
Bulletin:
00198
Component:
105000 power train:driveline
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a ping or creak noise from the driveline when shifting gears or engaging clutch. *tt
Bulletin:
00598
Component:
150000 seat belts
Summary:
Information regarding seat belt extenders. *yc
Bulletin:
01799
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Motor oil - sae viscosity grade recommendation. *tt
Bulletin:
01499
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Vehicles may exhibit a whining or buzzing noise coming from the radio system speakers. *tt
Bulletin:
00199
Component:
105000 power train:driveline
Summary:
Experiencing a ping or creak noise hear from the driveline when transmission is engaged. *tt
Bulletin:
00200
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a whining or buzzing noise coming from the audio system speakers. *tt
Bulletin:
0901501
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Subject regarding a whining/buzzing noise from radio speakers. *slc
Bulletin:
0400170
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Wilderness at tire replacement ssp 53. two tire sizes for ssp 53 must now be ordered through the mazda tire program. *tt
Bulletin:
53
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Firestone wilderness at tire replacement spp 53 program end. mazda has revised the expiration date for special service program (ssp) 53 to september 15, 2004. this change is to ensure that all customers have affected tires replaced. *t
Bulletin:
53
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Firestone wilderness at tire replacement ssp 53 program end. ssp 53 ends september 13, 2004. this communication and the attachments provide updated program end information. *tt
Bulletin:
53
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Wilderness at tire replacement program end with attached updates and program changes. *tt
Bulletin:
0902604
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Speedometer replacement procedure. *tt
Bulletin:
0102504
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
Battery test procedure requirements. *tt
Bulletin:
09-034-14-2956
Component:
356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:
In accordance with federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer.note:'mazda vehicles are manufactured with tamper-proof speedometers.'when a speedometer is replaced, the new speedometer will read zero
Bulletin:
09-035-17-3080
Component:
117000 digital instrument panel
Summary:
In accordance with federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. note: tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by federal, and state laws. it is the dealer?s responsibility to co

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