Recall 02V-196: 2001 Mazda MPV

MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Aug 5, 2002, covering about 25 vehicles.

NHTSA number
02V-196
Report date
Aug 5, 2002
Vehicles affected
25
Owners notified
Oct 4, 2002

The problem

On certain passenger vehicles, some of the passenger air bag modules were not properly welded and may not deploy in a collision.

The risk

The seat occupant may not be properly protected in the event of a collision, increasing the risk of personal injury.

The fix

Dealers will replace the passenger air bag module. Owner notification began october 4, 2002. 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, customers can 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
ComponentAir Bags › Frontal
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number02V196001

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mazda MPV2001All 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 02V-196?

On certain passenger vehicles, some of the passenger air bag modules were not properly welded and may not deploy in a collision.

How is recall 02V-196 fixed?

Dealers will replace the passenger air bag module. Owner notification began october 4, 2002. 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.