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NHTSA recall 04V282000

Equipment · Mazda Motor Corp.

June 10, 2004report date
20,000units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: The tire inflation pressure indicated on the vehicle certification label is not correct. The labels show the maximum tire pressure as 240 kpa/32 psi when it should be shown as 240 kpa/35 psi. As a result of this error, the load ratios for the 205/65r15 94h and the 215/60r16 95h tires exceed the levels permitted by fmvss 120.

Why it matters: If the tire is operated in an under-inflated condition, the load carrying capacity of the vehicle may be compromised, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Owners will be provided with a corrected label that they can apply to their vehicle, or they can have a dealer install the label, if desired. The recall began on July 16, 2004. Owners should contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500, option #4.

Affected vehicles on MotorDeets

All model years NHTSA lists

2003 Mazda Mpv, 2004 Mazda Mpv.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 04V282000.

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