NHTSA recall 99V-191 (99V191000)

latches, locks and linkages recall reported July 16, 1999 - about 13,030 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 99V191000
Also written as: 99V-191
Manufacturer number: 82907
Reported: July 16, 1999
Vehicles affected: ~13,030
Component: latches, locks and linkages

What is being recalled

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINIVANS. DUE TO THE INAPPROPRIATE SHAPE OF THE LINKAGE IN THE REAR DOOR LOCK CONTROLLER, ACCUMULATED DUST MAY PREVENT THE DOOR LOCK MECHANISM FROM FUNCTIONING PROPERLY, CAUSING INCOMPLETE LOCKING OF THE DOOR WHEN THE CHILDPROOF LOCKING SYSTEM IS USED.

Why it is dangerous

THIS COULD RESULT IN AN OPENING OF THE DOOR WHILE DRIVING, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY TO A VEHICLE OCCUPANT.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

DEALERS WILL INSTALL PARTS IN THE LATCHING ASSEMBLY THAT WILL PREVENT THIS PROBLEM FROM OCCURRING.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 99V-191 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Mazda MPV - 2000

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