Critical
#01V024000
Simplified
2001-02-01
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Manufacturer
MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS
What Happened
Your vehicle's brake hoses on the left side of the rear brakes might have been damaged during assembly, which could cause brake fluid to leak.
Risk if Unfixed
If this isn't fixed, your brakes might not work properly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
You'll need to take your vehicle to a Mazda dealership, where they'll inspect the brake hose and replace it for free, at no cost to you. They'll also work with you to schedule a convenient service date.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME LEFT SIDE REAR BRAKE HOSES WERE DAMAGED DURING ASSEMBLY. BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE COULD OCCUR.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
BRAKE PERFORMANCE WOULD BE DEGRADED, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
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.