Defect Description For Recall
Resin Molded Front Handles Fail At The Door Latch Actuating Rod Attachment, Freeing The Rod To Fall Inside The Door Frame. Subsequent Lowering Of The Associated Window May Force The Actuating Rod Downward And Release The Door Latch.
Make Of Vehicle
MAZDA
Model Of Vehicle
626
Year
1988
Recall Campaign Number
93V174000
Component Description
Structure:Body:Door
Effect Of Defect
Inadvertent Actuation Of The Door Latch Causes The Doorto Open Unexpectedly Which Could Result In An Occupant Falling Out Of Thevehicle.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace The Door Handle/Latch Assembly.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mazda (North America),Inc
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
19910831
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
244000
Date Owners Notified
19940429
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Mazda North American Operations
Date Report Received
19931029