Recall 92V-159: 1990–1993 Mazda Miata

MAZDA (NORTH AMERICA),INC recall for unknown or other, reported to NHTSA on Nov 3, 1992, covering about 109,305 vehicles.

NHTSA number
92V-159
Report date
Nov 3, 1992
Vehicles affected
109,305
Owners notified
Jan 29, 1993

The problem

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.

The risk

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

Mazda will replace all hoists without charge.

Notes

System: equipment.vehicle description: hardtop convertible passenger cars.note: 3000 hardtop hoist accessory kits, built between june 1989 andjuly 1992, are involved in this recall campaign. However, it is necessary tonotify all miata owners to locate these defective units.

Recall details

ManufacturerMAZDA (NORTH AMERICA),INC
ComponentUnknown or Other
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number92V159000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mazda Miata1990, 1991, 1992, 1993All 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 92V-159?

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.

How is recall 92V-159 fixed?

Mazda will replace all hoists without charge.

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.