Defect Description For Recall
The Lower Arm Ball Joints On Both Sides Of The Front Suspension May Not Have Been Torqued To Specification.
Make Of Vehicle
MAZDA
Model Of Vehicle
MX-6
Year
1993
Recall Campaign Number
92V045000
Component Description
Suspension:Front:Control Arm
Effect Of Defect
The Insufficient Torque Of The Lower Ball Jointretaining Bolt Can Result In The Suspension Failing While The Car Is In Motionand Subsequent Loss Of Steering Control Without Warning, Which Can Result In Anaccident.
Fix Defect
Inspect The Lower Ball Joint Retaining Bolts And Tighten Loose Bolts To The Correct Torque.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mazda (North America),Inc
Start Of Manufacture
19920201
End Of Manufacture
19920401
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
2450
Date Owners Notified
19920325
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mazda Motor Corp.
Date Report Received
19920402