1990 Mazda MPV Recalls

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 1990 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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• 92V027000Feb 27, 199295,074 vehicles potentially affected
  Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Drum › Shoes/linings
  Covers: Mazda MPV 1990–1991

  Reported issue: The rear brake linings can change over time. As the brakes wear, the coefficient of friction can increase, producing inconsistent rear brake performance and premature activation of the abs system.

  Possible consequence: Inconsistent braking and premature activation of the abssystem can cause sudden stops or increased braking distances, and result inincreased risk of vehicle accident.

  Remedy: Replace the rear brake assemblies with assemblies whose friction characteristics do not change. This will reduce the risk of premature abs system activation.

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NHTSA investigations

• EA92008Inconsist.brk performanceClosed · Feb 3, 1992
• PE91134Inconsistent brake performClosed · Oct 1, 1991

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