NHTSA Campaign #00T005000 TIRES:TREAD/BELT

AUGUST 21
2000

14,400,000 vehicles recalled

1992 MAZDA NAVAJO -- 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.

If the tread separates from the tire, the driver can lose control of the vehicle, possibly resulting in a crash causing injury or death.

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. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #00T005000 »

NHTSA Campaign #97V235002 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

FEBRUARY 25
1998

23,000 vehicles recalled

1992 MAZDA NAVAJO -- 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.

Unexpected separation of the sunroof glass panel could possibly distract the driver increasing the risk of a vehicle crash or loss of vehicle control.

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. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #97V235002 »

NHTSA Campaign #96V024002 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:HYDRAULIC

FEBRUARY 28
1996

2,500 vehicles recalled

1992 MAZDA NAVAJO -- 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.

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.

Dealers will replace the power brake vacuum booster assembly. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #96V024002 »

NHTSA Campaign #95V164002 STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEVICE

AUGUST 28
1995

6,973 vehicles recalled

1992 MAZDA NAVAJO -- The hydraulic lift cylinders are attached to brackets that are welded to the liftgate. The bracket welds can fracture.

With a broken bracket weld, there is a potential for the liftgate bracket to gradually bend inward allowing the lift cylinder ballstud to disengage.

Dealers will install reinforcement brackets. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #95V164002 »