Recall 98V-206: 1997 Mazda 626, 1997 Mazda MX-6

MAZDA (NORTH AMERICA),INC recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Sep 8, 1998, covering about 40,000 vehicles.

NHTSA number
98V-206
Report date
Sep 8, 1998
Vehicles affected
40,000
Owners notified
Nov 20, 1998

The problem

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. An external spring in the timing belt tensioner can break and get caught in the timing belt.

The risk

This condition can result in possible engine stalling.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the tensioner and replace it if necessary.

Notes

Owner notification began during november 1998.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do nt 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 (-1888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerMAZDA (NORTH AMERICA),INC
ComponentEngine and Engine Cooling › Engine
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number98V206001

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mazda 6261997All years
Mazda MX-61997All 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-206?

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. An external spring in the timing belt tensioner can break and get caught in the timing belt.

How is recall 98V-206 fixed?

Dealers will inspect the tensioner and replace it if necessary.

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.