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NHTSA recall 04V234000

Vehicle Speed Control · Mazda Motor Corp.

May 19, 2004report date
10,200units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: On certain minivans equipped with cruise control, the cruise control actuator cable may be broken due to insufficient strength (group 1). Also included are certain 2000-2001 minivans equipped with cruise control built between March 31, 1999 and March 31, 2001, that have had the cruise control repaired and possibly had a defective cable installed during that repair (group 2).

Why it matters: It is possible that the broken actuator cable may be out of position and could interfere with the operation of the accelerator cable, preventing a decrease in engine speed while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will replace the actuator cable. Owner notification for vehicles involved in group 1 began on July 7, 2004. Owner notification for vehicles involved in group 2 began on September 10, 2004. Owners should contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500.

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All model years NHTSA lists

2001 Mazda Mpv, 2002 Mazda Mpv.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 04V234000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.