Overview
| MLIT filing number | 1114760 |
|---|---|
| Type | Statutory Recall (government-mandated recall) |
| Date filed | July 13, 2005 |
| Manufacturer(s) | Mazda |
| Component | Body |
| Production period | January 19, 1996 — January 31, 1996 |
| Vehicles affected | 424 units |
Defect
In the hood latch assembly, the weld securing the striker attached to the hood is insufficiently bonded on some vehicles. Continued use may cause the weld joint to detach, separating the striker from the hood. In the worst case, the hood may open while the vehicle is in motion.
Corrective action
On all vehicles, replace the hood with a non-defective unit.
Affected models & chassis ranges
This filing lists 1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| E-FD3S | アンフィニＲＸ－７ | FD3S-400278 — FD3S-400711 |
Original Japanese (MLIT source text)
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状況
ボンネットを車体に固定するロック装置において、ボンネットに取り付けられているストライカーの溶接が不十分なものがあるため、そのままの状態で使用を続けると、当該ストライカーの溶接部が剥がれることがある。そのため、そのまま使用を続けると、ストライカーがボンネットから外れ、走行中にボンネットが開くおそれがある。
改善措置
全車両、ボンネットを良品と交換する。
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=3001164