Recall 97V235002: 1991–1993 Mazda Navajo

Report received

Feb 25, 1998

Manufacturer

Mazda (north america),inc

Potentially affected

23,000vehicles

Model years

1991–1993

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

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.

Possible consequence

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

Remedy

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.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 1991 Mazda Navajo39 complaints
• 1992 Mazda Navajo12 complaints
• 1993 Mazda Navajo22 complaints