1989 Mazda MPV Recalls

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 1989 Mazda MPV. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 15V674000Oct 19, 20151,368,500 vehicles potentially affected
  Electrical system › Ignition › Switch
  Covers: Mazda MPV 1989–1998, Protege 1990–1998, 626 1993–1998 +4 more

  Reported issue: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 1989-1998 MPV, 1990-1995 323, 1990-1998 Protege, 1992-1993 MX-3, 1993-1995 929, 1993-1997 MX-6, and 1993-1998 626 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, grease applied to the contact points inside the ignition switch may become conductive and overheat.

  Possible consequence: If the ignition switch overheats there would be an increased risk of a fire.

  Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. The recall began on December 17, 2015. Owners may contact Mazda Customer Experience Center at 1-800-222-5500, option#6. Mazda's number for this recall is 8715J.

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• 95V103005May 24, 1995360,433 vehicles potentially affected
  Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly
  Covers: Mazda MPV 1989–1991, 929 1988–1991, MX-6 1988–1989 +1 more

  Reported issue: The front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. These red plastic release buttons are marked "press." if a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to operate improperly.

  Possible consequence: The safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash.

  Remedy: Owners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front safety belt buckles and carefully inspect the red release button for any breaks or cracks. They should ensure that both buckles are operating properly by inserting each latch plate into its buckle, tugging on the belt to make sure the latch is…

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• 91V161000Sep 11, 199129,824 vehicles potentially affected
  Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Drum
  Covers: Mazda MPV 1989

  Reported issue: When applying the foot (service) brake in the low vehicle speed condition, the braking power produced may be more than expected.

  Possible consequence: The unexpected braking power could result in rear brakelockup and the vehicle becoming difficult to control.

  Remedy: Replace brake shoe assembly with improved assembly.

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• 91V013000Jan 22, 19916,680 vehicles potentially affected
  Service brakes, hydraulic › Power assist › Vacuum › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
  Covers: Mazda MPV 1989

  Reported issue: When the vehicle is exposed to temperatures below 5 degrees fahrenheit (-15 degrees c), the neutral detergent used as an assembly lubricant may stick to the check valve, preventing valve from functioning.

  Possible consequence: This could cause an inoperative brake power assist whichdescreases braking ability, and presents a potential for an accident.

  Remedy: Replace vacuum hose assembly.

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• 89V194000Nov 7, 198910,587 vehicles potentially affected
  Seat belts › Front › Anchorage
  Covers: Mazda MPV 1989

  Reported issue: The center safety belt attachment hardware brackets for the third seat may not withstand the specified tensile load.

  Possible consequence: Vans would not comply with fmvss 210

  Remedy: Replace safety belt assemblies with brackets.

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