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1999 Mazda Mx6

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

certain spx filtran fuel filters with a 45-degree angle inlet tube, model 800f350-s1, sold as replacement filters for 1993-1997 ford probe,1993-2001 mazda 626 and mx-6, and 1983-1994 loyal, 3-door coupe, hatchback, sedan, wagon, brat, dl, gl, gl-10, rx, xt, and xt6 passenger vehicles with efi or turbo engines. these filters are packaged as wix, napa, and carquest brand fuel filters. certain spx filtran fuel filters with a 90-degree angle inlet tube, model 800f300-s2, sold as replacement filters for 19983-1994 subaru vehicles with efi or turbo engines. these filters are packaged as wix, napa, and carquest brand fuel filters. fuel may leak from the filter due to non-conforming brazing welds where the inlet tube is connected to the filter can.

Corrective Action

in the presence of an ignition source, a vehicle fire can occur.

Recall Notes

spx will notify its customers and provide a full refund. the recall began september 27, 2005. owners may contact mr. chris greeson at 704-869-3733 or contact the wix information hotline at 800-949-6698.

1998 Mazda Mx6

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

certain spx filtran fuel filters with a 45-degree angle inlet tube, model 800f350-s1, sold as replacement filters for 1993-1997 ford probe,1993-2001 mazda 626 and mx-6, and 1983-1994 loyal, 3-door coupe, hatchback, sedan, wagon, brat, dl, gl, gl-10, rx, xt, and xt6 passenger vehicles with efi or turbo engines. these filters are packaged as wix, napa, and carquest brand fuel filters. certain spx filtran fuel filters with a 90-degree angle inlet tube, model 800f300-s2, sold as replacement filters for 19983-1994 subaru vehicles with efi or turbo engines. these filters are packaged as wix, napa, and carquest brand fuel filters. fuel may leak from the filter due to non-conforming brazing welds where the inlet tube is connected to the filter can.

Corrective Action

in the presence of an ignition source, a vehicle fire can occur.

Recall Notes

spx will notify its customers and provide a full refund. the recall began september 27, 2005. owners may contact mr. chris greeson at 704-869-3733 or contact the wix information hotline at 800-949-6698.

1997 Mazda Mx6

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

certain spx filtran fuel filters with a 45-degree angle inlet tube, model 800f350-s1, sold as replacement filters for 1993-1997 ford probe,1993-2001 mazda 626 and mx-6, and 1983-1994 loyal, 3-door coupe, hatchback, sedan, wagon, brat, dl, gl, gl-10, rx, xt, and xt6 passenger vehicles with efi or turbo engines. these filters are packaged as wix, napa, and carquest brand fuel filters. certain spx filtran fuel filters with a 90-degree angle inlet tube, model 800f300-s2, sold as replacement filters for 19983-1994 subaru vehicles with efi or turbo engines. these filters are packaged as wix, napa, and carquest brand fuel filters. fuel may leak from the filter due to non-conforming brazing welds where the inlet tube is connected to the filter can.

Corrective Action

in the presence of an ignition source, a vehicle fire can occur.

Recall Notes

spx will notify its customers and provide a full refund. the recall began september 27, 2005. owners may contact mr. chris greeson at 704-869-3733 or contact the wix information hotline at 800-949-6698.

1997 Mazda Mx6

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. an external spring in the timing belt tensioner can break and get caught in the timing belt.

Corrective Action

this condition can result in possible engine stalling.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the tensioner and replace it if necessary.

1996 Mazda Mx6

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

certain spx filtran fuel filters with a 45-degree angle inlet tube, model 800f350-s1, sold as replacement filters for 1993-1997 ford probe,1993-2001 mazda 626 and mx-6, and 1983-1994 loyal, 3-door coupe, hatchback, sedan, wagon, brat, dl, gl, gl-10, rx, xt, and xt6 passenger vehicles with efi or turbo engines. these filters are packaged as wix, napa, and carquest brand fuel filters. certain spx filtran fuel filters with a 90-degree angle inlet tube, model 800f300-s2, sold as replacement filters for 19983-1994 subaru vehicles with efi or turbo engines. these filters are packaged as wix, napa, and carquest brand fuel filters. fuel may leak from the filter due to non-conforming brazing welds where the inlet tube is connected to the filter can.

Corrective Action

in the presence of an ignition source, a vehicle fire can occur.

Recall Notes

spx will notify its customers and provide a full refund. the recall began september 27, 2005. owners may contact mr. chris greeson at 704-869-3733 or contact the wix information hotline at 800-949-6698.

1996 Mazda Mx6

Component

Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with the sas sensor unit. these vehicles can experience air bag deployments in minor undercarriage impacts.

Corrective Action

unexpected air bag deployment can result in occupant injury.

Recall Notes

dealers will reprogram the sas unit to reduce the probability of unnecessary deployments in low speed undercarriage impacts.

1995 Mazda Mx6

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

certain spx filtran fuel filters with a 45-degree angle inlet tube, model 800f350-s1, sold as replacement filters for 1993-1997 ford probe,1993-2001 mazda 626 and mx-6, and 1983-1994 loyal, 3-door coupe, hatchback, sedan, wagon, brat, dl, gl, gl-10, rx, xt, and xt6 passenger vehicles with efi or turbo engines. these filters are packaged as wix, napa, and carquest brand fuel filters. certain spx filtran fuel filters with a 90-degree angle inlet tube, model 800f300-s2, sold as replacement filters for 19983-1994 subaru vehicles with efi or turbo engines. these filters are packaged as wix, napa, and carquest brand fuel filters. fuel may leak from the filter due to non-conforming brazing welds where the inlet tube is connected to the filter can.

Corrective Action

in the presence of an ignition source, a vehicle fire can occur.

Recall Notes

spx will notify its customers and provide a full refund. the recall began september 27, 2005. owners may contact mr. chris greeson at 704-869-3733 or contact the wix information hotline at 800-949-6698.

1995 Mazda Mx6

Component

Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with the sas sensor unit. these vehicles can experience air bag deployments in minor undercarriage impacts.

Corrective Action

unexpected air bag deployment can result in occupant injury.

Recall Notes

dealers will reprogram the sas unit to reduce the probability of unnecessary deployments in low speed undercarriage impacts.

1994 Mazda Mx6

Component

Power Train:Manual Transmission

Consequence of Defect

this is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. however, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the speedometer gear set can fail. symptoms include an inoperative speedometer, severe lack of power, and/or a transmission which stays in third gear. in some cases, the "od off" light may also flash.

Corrective Action

a driver may not be aware of increased speed due to the speedometer not working correctly.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the speedometer gear set and if necessary, will replace the speedometer gear set at no charge. this extended warranty covers necessary repairs due to failure of the vehicle's speedometer gear set fror 9 years from the original warranty start date with no mileage limitation.

1994 Mazda Mx6

Component

Exterior Lighting:Headlights:Switch

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the headlight wire that runs through the turn signal lever can fail at the point where it is soldered to the headlight switch.

Corrective Action

the failure of this wire could cause a loss of headlights, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the headlight switch lever.

1994 Mazda Mx6

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

certain spx filtran fuel filters with a 45-degree angle inlet tube, model 800f350-s1, sold as replacement filters for 1993-1997 ford probe,1993-2001 mazda 626 and mx-6, and 1983-1994 loyal, 3-door coupe, hatchback, sedan, wagon, brat, dl, gl, gl-10, rx, xt, and xt6 passenger vehicles with efi or turbo engines. these filters are packaged as wix, napa, and carquest brand fuel filters. certain spx filtran fuel filters with a 90-degree angle inlet tube, model 800f300-s2, sold as replacement filters for 19983-1994 subaru vehicles with efi or turbo engines. these filters are packaged as wix, napa, and carquest brand fuel filters. fuel may leak from the filter due to non-conforming brazing welds where the inlet tube is connected to the filter can.

Corrective Action

in the presence of an ignition source, a vehicle fire can occur.

Recall Notes

spx will notify its customers and provide a full refund. the recall began september 27, 2005. owners may contact mr. chris greeson at 704-869-3733 or contact the wix information hotline at 800-949-6698.

1993 Mazda Mx6

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm

Consequence of Defect

the lower arm ball joints on both sides of the front suspension may not have been torqued to specification.

Corrective Action

the insufficient torque of the lower ball jointretaining bolt can result in the suspension failing while the car is in motionand subsequent loss of steering control without warning, which can result in anaccident.

Recall Notes

inspect the lower ball joint retaining bolts and tighten loose bolts to the correct torque.

1993 Mazda Mx6

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

certain spx filtran fuel filters with a 45-degree angle inlet tube, model 800f350-s1, sold as replacement filters for 1993-1997 ford probe,1993-2001 mazda 626 and mx-6, and 1983-1994 loyal, 3-door coupe, hatchback, sedan, wagon, brat, dl, gl, gl-10, rx, xt, and xt6 passenger vehicles with efi or turbo engines. these filters are packaged as wix, napa, and carquest brand fuel filters. certain spx filtran fuel filters with a 90-degree angle inlet tube, model 800f300-s2, sold as replacement filters for 19983-1994 subaru vehicles with efi or turbo engines. these filters are packaged as wix, napa, and carquest brand fuel filters. fuel may leak from the filter due to non-conforming brazing welds where the inlet tube is connected to the filter can.

Corrective Action

in the presence of an ignition source, a vehicle fire can occur.

Recall Notes

spx will notify its customers and provide a full refund. the recall began september 27, 2005. owners may contact mr. chris greeson at 704-869-3733 or contact the wix information hotline at 800-949-6698.

1992 Mazda Mx6

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Drum:Drum

Consequence of Defect

the groove for the rear wheel bearing retainer ring was incorrectly machined.

Corrective Action

if the retaining ring does not sit correctly in thegroove, the axle lug nuts will break, causing the brake drum, wheel, and tireassembly to separate from the vehicle.

Recall Notes

midas shops will replace the brake drums with other brake drums from another supplier.

1991 Mazda Mx6

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Drum:Drum

Consequence of Defect

the groove for the rear wheel bearing retainer ring was incorrectly machined.

Corrective Action

if the retaining ring does not sit correctly in thegroove, the axle lug nuts will break, causing the brake drum, wheel, and tireassembly to separate from the vehicle.

Recall Notes

midas shops will replace the brake drums with other brake drums from another supplier.

1990 Mazda Mx6

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Drum:Drum

Consequence of Defect

the groove for the rear wheel bearing retainer ring was incorrectly machined.

Corrective Action

if the retaining ring does not sit correctly in thegroove, the axle lug nuts will break, causing the brake drum, wheel, and tireassembly to separate from the vehicle.

Recall Notes

midas shops will replace the brake drums with other brake drums from another supplier.

1989 Mazda Mx6

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly

Consequence of Defect

the front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. these red plastic release buttons are marked "press." if a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to operate improperly.

Corrective Action

the safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

owners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front safety belt buckles and carefully inspect the red release button for any breaks or cracks. they should ensure that both buckles are operating properly by inserting each latch plate into its buckle, tugging on the belt to make sure the latch is securely locked, and then pressing the release button. the latch plate should pop out of the buckle when the button is pressed. if either release button shows a sign of breaking or cracking or if either buckle fails to operate properly, owners should promptly contact their authorized dealer to schedule an appointment to have the buckle replaced or repaired, free of charge. the manufacturer is developing a remedy designed to prevent failure of the buttons that are not currently broken.

1989 Mazda Mx6

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Drum:Drum

Consequence of Defect

the groove for the rear wheel bearing retainer ring was incorrectly machined.

Corrective Action

if the retaining ring does not sit correctly in thegroove, the axle lug nuts will break, causing the brake drum, wheel, and tireassembly to separate from the vehicle.

Recall Notes

midas shops will replace the brake drums with other brake drums from another supplier.

1988 Mazda Mx6

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Drum:Shoes/Linings

Consequence of Defect

vehicles equipped with rear brake drums transported by train may experience separation of the brake shoe from the wheel brake cylinder piston.

Corrective Action

should separation occur, repeated brake operation maydamage the wheel brake cylinder dust boot, allowing water or dust intrusion andsubsequent piston contamination.

Recall Notes

all vehicles will be inspected and if no separation is found grease will be applied to the component interface to lower friction and avoid subsequent relative motion. if separation is found the wheel brake cylinder dust boot will be replaced.

1988 Mazda Mx6

Component

Vehicle Speed Control:Linkages

Consequence of Defect

floor mat could interfere with release of accelerator pedal due to improper shape of mat.

Corrective Action

this could result in loss of accelerator control andcreate potential for an accident.

Recall Notes

remove present mat and replace with new improved mat.

1988 Mazda Mx6

Component

Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal

Consequence of Defect

at ambient temperatures below 0 degree f, frost may accumulate within the throttle body under extended constant speed operation.

Corrective Action

frost accumulation on the throttle valve may prevent thevalve from returning smoothly.

Recall Notes

install a new type thermostat designed to raise the coolant temperature and warm the throttle body to a level above freezing.

1988 Mazda Mx6

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly

Consequence of Defect

the front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. these red plastic release buttons are marked "press." if a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to operate improperly.

Corrective Action

the safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

owners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front safety belt buckles and carefully inspect the red release button for any breaks or cracks. they should ensure that both buckles are operating properly by inserting each latch plate into its buckle, tugging on the belt to make sure the latch is securely locked, and then pressing the release button. the latch plate should pop out of the buckle when the button is pressed. if either release button shows a sign of breaking or cracking or if either buckle fails to operate properly, owners should promptly contact their authorized dealer to schedule an appointment to have the buckle replaced or repaired, free of charge. the manufacturer is developing a remedy designed to prevent failure of the buttons that are not currently broken.

1988 Mazda Mx6

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly

Consequence of Defect

fuel tank fixing band retention is not sufficient, allowing the band to rub against the fuel tank by vehicle vibrations.

Corrective Action

this could wear a hole in the fuel tank which couldresult in fuel leakage.

Recall Notes

repair fuel fixing band by installing a rubber sheet.