Recall 00V-301: 1999 Mazda Protege
MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Oct 5, 2000, covering about 23,000 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with a particular factory installed audio unit. If the vehicle is operated at low speed in a hot and humid environment with the window open, air conditioner running, and audio on, condensed water on the A/C duct surface could drop and enter into the audio unit, causing a short circuit.
The risk
If the short circuit occurs at one specific set of terminals, the rear right loudspeaker can overheat and, in some cases, catch fire.
The fix
Dealers will affix aluminum tape over the audio unit to prevent water from entering.
Notes
Owner notification began november 15, 2000.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 contactalso contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment › Electrical › Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc. |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 00V301000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Mazda Protege | 1999 | All 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 00V-301?
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with a particular factory installed audio unit. If the vehicle is operated at low speed in a hot and humid environment with the window open, air conditioner running, and audio on, condensed water on the A/C duct surface could drop and enter into the audio unit, causing a short circuit.
How is recall 00V-301 fixed?
Dealers will affix aluminum tape over the audio unit to prevent water from entering.
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.