Recall 96V-173: 1990–1991 Mazda RX-7, 1989 Mazda RX7
MAZDA (NORTH AMERICA),INC recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Sep 16, 1996, covering about 17,800 vehicles.
The problem
The rail of the automatic shoulder belt can wear sufficiently such that the cable which retracts the buckle assembly will become jammed in the rail rendering the shoulder belt inoperative.
The risk
In the event of a vehicle collision, the occupant would not be adequately restrained increasing the risk of personal injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace inoperative shoulder belts. Mazda has extended the warranty coverage on the driver and passenger automatic shoulder belt rail and motor for the life of the vehicle.
Notes
Owner notification:owner notification is expected to begin during october 1996. Note: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.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration'sauto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | MAZDA (NORTH AMERICA),INC |
|---|---|
| Component | Seat Belts › Front › Webbing |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 96V173000 |
Vehicles in this recall
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 96V-173?
The rail of the automatic shoulder belt can wear sufficiently such that the cable which retracts the buckle assembly will become jammed in the rail rendering the shoulder belt inoperative.
How is recall 96V-173 fixed?
Dealers will replace inoperative shoulder belts. Mazda has extended the warranty coverage on the driver and passenger automatic shoulder belt rail and motor for the life of the vehicle.
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.