Hatchback/liftgate Lock Problems of Mazda Tribute

The contact owns a 2001 Mazda Tribute. The vehicle identification number was excluded from recall # 04v605000(latches/locks/linkages:hatchback/lift-gate:lock); however, the lift-gate on the vehicle was not properly secured. No repairs were made. The failure mileage was 163,000. The current mileage was 165,000.

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The contact owns a 2003 Mazda Tribute. The contact stated that the rear hatch door would not lock. He made several unsuccessful attempts to lock the rear hatch. He called the Mazda dealer in regards to NHTSA campaign id number 04v605000 (latches/locks/linkages:hatchback/liftgate:lock) and they stated that his VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was 72,000 and current mileage was 75,000.

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: the contact stated while attempting to close the rear hatch, the lift gate was difficult to lock into place. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer, who determined the lift gate lock needed to be replaced. There was a NHTSA recall, # 04v605000, regarding the lift gate lock. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN. The manufacturer was alerted.

Make : Mazda model : Tribute year : 2002 manufacturer : Mazda north american operations NHTSA campaign id number : 04v605000 recall date : Dec 22, 2004 component: latches/locks/linkages:hatchback/liftgate:lock potential number of units affected : 49800 I contacted Mazda about the recall stated above. My rear latch does not lock with the keyless remote as well as when I start the car. All other locks are functioning properly. Mazda searched in their database using my VIN number and replied with my vehicle not having the recall. My complaint is the rear latch of my vehicle is not functioning properly with a consequence if the liftgate is left unlocked, there is the potential that it may open during a crash. If my vehicle has all the symptoms described and potential dangers, Mazda should replace defect. Please contact me with your advice.

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