Brake Antilock Control Unit/module problems of the 2008 Mazda MAZDA3

First incident occurred at 25,900 miles; brake warning light appeared on console dash. Dealer identified a failure of the abs (anti-lock brake system) module which was leaking brake fluid. Dealer replaced abs module under warranty. Second occurrence at 37,600 miles; brake, abs, and traction control warning lights appeared on dash. Dealer identified failure of the abs module which had stopped communicating with the pcm. As a result of this second failure, the abs and/or traction control system was not functioning normally. Dealer could not identify a root cause for the consecutive failures of the abs module. Cost to replace the abs module was quoted by dealer at approximately $1,600. 00 (part + labor). Updated portable 02/24/11.