NHTSA Recall # | 40978 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 04V583000 |
MFG Compaign # | 2704L |
Manufacturer | MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS |
Supplier | MAZDA |
Brand | MAZDA |
Model | TRIBUTE |
Model Year | 2004 |
Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES |
Date of notification | 28/01/05 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 30/05/01 |
End date of manufacturing | 19/12/03 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 10/12/04 |
Report created | 10/12/04 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 121000 |
Defect summary | On certain sport utility vehicles, the accelerator cable may prevent the throttle from returning to the idle position. |
Consequence summary | An unexpected increase in engine idle speed may increase stopping distance and may result in a vehicle crash. |
Corrective action | Dealers will replace the accelerator cable. The recall began on january 28, 2005. Owners should contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500, option #4. |
Recall notes | Mazda recall no. 2704l. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). |