Recall 01V-024: 2000–2001 Mazda Protege

MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Feb 1, 2001, covering about 13,000 vehicles.

NHTSA number
01V-024
Report date
Feb 1, 2001
Vehicles affected
13,000
Owners notified
Feb 20, 2001

The problem

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Some left side rear brake hoses were damaged during assembly. Brake fluid leakage could occur.

The risk

Brake performance would be degraded, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the brake hose and, if necessary, replace the hose. Owner notification began february 20, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.

Notes

Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerMAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS
ComponentService Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number01V024000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mazda Protege2000, 2001All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 01V-024?

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Some left side rear brake hoses were damaged during assembly. Brake fluid leakage could occur.

How is recall 01V-024 fixed?

Dealers will inspect the brake hose and, if necessary, replace the hose. Owner notification began february 20, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.