NHTSA recall 00V301000
Equipment · Mazda Motor Corp.
October 5, 2000report date
23,000units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's wrong: If the vehicle is operated at low speed in a hot and humid environment with the window open, air conditioner running, and audio on, condensed water on the a/c duct surface could drop and enter into the audio unit, causing a short circuit.
Why it matters: If the short circuit occurs at one specific set of terminals, the rear right loudspeaker can overheat and, in some cases, catch fire.
The fix: Dealers will affix aluminum tape over the audio unit to prevent water from entering.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
1999 Mazda Protege.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 00V301000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.