NHTSA recall 92V-159 (92V159000)

unknown or other recall reported November 3, 1992 - about 109,305 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 92V159000
Also written as: 92V-159
Reported: November 3, 1992
Vehicles affected: ~109,305
Component: unknown or other

What is being recalled

A HARDTOP HOIST ACCESSORY KIT WAS SOLD TO CUSTOMERS WHO HAVE THE MIATA WITH A HARDTOP. THE PLASTIC BUCKLES USED TO ADJUST STRAP TENSION CAN BREAK AFTER THE HARDTOP HAS BEEN SUSPENDED BY THE HOIST.

Why it is dangerous

THE BUCKLES ON THE HARDTOP HOIST CAN BREAK AND RESULT INTHE HARDTOP FALLING FROM THE HOIST, CAUSING PERSONAL INJURY TO ANYONE STANDINGBENEATH OR NEAR THE HARDTOP WHEN IT FALLS.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

MAZDA WILL REPLACE ALL HOISTS WITHOUT CHARGE.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 92V-159 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Mazda Miata - 1991

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