Recall 98V-066: 1999 Mazda Miata

MAZDA (NORTH AMERICA),INC recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Mar 25, 1998, covering about 8,000 vehicles.

NHTSA number
98V-066
Report date
Mar 25, 1998
Vehicles affected
8,000
Owners notified
Apr 15, 1998

The problem

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 1.8 liter engines. As a result of the length and routing of the injector harness, it can contact the manifold at the EGR pipe. If the harness is damaged, a short circuit can occur, blowing the fuse for the fuel injector.

The risk

This can result in the engine stalling.

The fix

Dealers will reroute the injector harness and replace the harness if it has been damaged.

Notes

Owner notification began april15, 1998.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's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerMAZDA (NORTH AMERICA),INC
ComponentElectrical System › Wiring › Front Underhood
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number98V066000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mazda Miata1999All 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 98V-066?

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 1.8 liter engines. As a result of the length and routing of the injector harness, it can contact the manifold at the EGR pipe. If the harness is damaged, a short circuit can occur, blowing the fuse for the fuel injector.

How is recall 98V-066 fixed?

Dealers will reroute the injector harness and replace the harness if it has been damaged.

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.