Power Train Driveline Problems of Mazda CX-7

Fluid has been leaking from the underside of the vehicle for approximately one year. After driving for even short distances the fluid seems to drop onto the exhaust pipe or some other hot metal and burns with an acrid smell and a minor amount of smoke. I have a concern that a fire may start from the burning fluid. Vehicle was brought into the dealer for a repair to the transfer case, which is leaking fluid, but it is past the warranty period and the cost will be over $1000. There is a TSB on this problem that is caused by a manufacturing defect of the transfer case seals.

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Vehicle driving on route 95 south at 60-65 mph lost power immediately for some unknown reason. Driver able to get car to breakdown lane without power. Unable to start vehicle. Vehicle towed 100 miles to service station. Determination timing chain broke at 72,000 miles. Dealer replace timing chain. Unsuccessful. Needs a new engine. New engine ordered. Parts are at dealership. Potential for injury or death was very great due to rate of speed traveling on a major interstate and sudden loss of power of the vehicle. Breakage occurred at night also.

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