Overview
| MLIT filing number | 1105820 |
|---|---|
| Type | Statutory Recall (government-mandated recall) |
| Date filed | July 22, 1999 |
| Manufacturer(s) | Mazda |
| Component | Door |
| Production period | May 10, 1999 — July 14, 1999 |
| Vehicles affected | 4,222 units |
Defect
On sliding rear doors, the groove geometry of the door lock link is incorrect. When the child-proof lock is engaged and the door is opened or closed, the door latch may not fully engage. In the worst case, the door may open while the vehicle is in motion.
Corrective action
On all vehicles, install a stopper on the tip of the affected link.
Affected models & chassis ranges
This filing lists 2 type code(s). A vehicle is affected if its chassis number falls within one of the ranges below.
| Type code (型式) | Model | Chassis ranges |
|---|---|---|
| GF-LW5W | ＭＰＶ | LW5W-100022 — LW5W-103891 |
| GF-LWEW | ＭＰＶ | LWEW-100008 — LWEW-100372 |
Original Japanese (MLIT source text)
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状況
スライド式リヤドアにおいて、ドアロック装置のリンクの溝の形状が不適切なため、室内 ハンドルでドアを開くことをできなくする装置（チャイルドプルーフ装置）を作動させた 状態でドアを開閉した際に、ドア・ラッチのかみ合いが不完全となるときがあり、最悪の 場合、走行中にドアが開くおそれがある。
改善措置
全車両、当該リンクの先端部にストッパーを装着する。
Source & verification
This entry reproduces public data from Japan's MLIT recall registry. English text is jdmvin.com's own translation; always verify against the official source:
https://renrakuda.mlit.go.jp/renrakuda/ris-detail-car.html?class=recalldatacar&id=3000191