Overview
| MLIT filing number | 1127300 |
|---|---|
| Type | Statutory Recall (government-mandated recall) |
| Date filed | March 31, 2011 |
| Manufacturer(s) | Mazda |
| Component | Engine Assembly |
| Production period | January 2008 — February 12, 2008 |
| Vehicles affected | 1,183 units |
Defect
Due to incorrect settings in the parts assembly equipment during engine production, the piston clip that retains the piston pin securing the piston to the connecting rod may be deformed. Continued use can cause the clip to dislodge, allowing the piston pin to back out and produce abnormal noise, followed by damage to the piston and connecting rod. In the worst case, the engine may sustain severe damage, oil may leak, and a vehicle fire may result.
Corrective action
On all vehicles, replace the engine assembly with a conforming unit.
Affected models & chassis ranges
This filing lists 6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| DBA-GH5AP | Atenza | GH5AP-100004 — GH5AP-100044 |
| DBA-GH5AS | Atenza | GH5AS-100006 — GH5AS-100040 |
| DBA-GH5AW | Atenza | GH5AW-100011 — GH5AW-100076 |
| DBA-GH5FP | Atenza | GH5FP-100094 — GH5FP-100362 |
| DBA-GH5FS | Atenza | GH5FS-100201 — GH5FS-100597 |
| DBA-GH5FW | Atenza | GH5FW-100255 — GH5FW-100645 |
Original Japanese (MLIT source text)
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状況
原動機において、部品組付け設備の設定が不適切なため、ピストンとコネクティングロッドを留めるピストンピンの抜け止めのためのピストンクリップが変形しているものがある。そのため、そのまま使用を続けると当該クリップが外れ、ピストンピンが抜けて異音がし、ピストン、コネクティングロッドが破損し、最悪の場合、エンジンが破損し、オイルが漏れて、火災に至るおそれがある。
改善措置
全車両、エンジン本体を良品と交換する。
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=3002560