NHTSA Recall 85V108000
NHTSA Campaign Id 85V108000; Date: Sep. 4, 1985
Recalled Vehicles:
1979 Mazda 626; 1980 Mazda 626; 1981 Mazda 626; 1982 Mazda 626; 1977 Mazda GLC; 1978 Mazda GLC; 1979 Mazda GLC; 1980 Mazda GLC; 1981 Mazda GLC; 1982 Mazda GLC; 1983 Mazda GLC; 1979 Mazda RX7; 1980 Mazda RX7; 1981 Mazda RX7; 1982 Mazda RX7; 1983 Mazda RX7
Component: Steering
Manufactured by: Mazda (north America),inc
Affected Units:: 136,526
Recall Summary:
In certain high salt areas, the idler arm is exposed to road salt which causes the dust seal to deteriorate resulting in idler arm pin corrosion. This causes the pin to freeze and break. Consequence of defect: a broken idler arm pin could result in loss of steering control and may cause an accident.
How to Fix:
Replace pin with one of improved corrosion resistant quality.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger cars with rear wheel drive. System: steering.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 14, 1986
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