04V583000: ACCELERATOR CABLE
NHTSA RECALL BULLETIN
Reference Number(s): 04V583000
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
Model(s): 2002 Mazda Tribute
2003 Mazda Tribute
2004 Mazda Tribute
Campaign No: 04V583000
Mfg. Campaign No: 2704L
Number of Affected Vehicles: 121000
Beginning Date of Manufacture: 2001 05 30
Ending Date of Manufacture: 2003 12 19
DEFECT SUMMARY
On certain sport utility vehicles, the accelerator cable may prevent the throttle from returning to the idle position.
CONSEQUENCE SUMMARY
An unexpected increase in engine idle speed may increase stopping distance and may result in a vehicle crash.
CORRECTIVE SUMMARY
Dealers will replace the accelerator cable.
OWNER NOTIFICATION
The recall began on January 28, 2005. Owners should contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500, option #4.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Eastern Time. For more information call (800) 424-9393 or (202) 366-0123. For the hearing impaired, call (800) 424-9153.
NHTSA RECALL BULLETIN
Reference Number(s): 04V583000
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
Model(s): 2002 Mazda Tribute
2003 Mazda Tribute
2004 Mazda Tribute
Campaign No: 04V583000
Mfg. Campaign No: 2704L
Number of Affected Vehicles: 121000
Beginning Date of Manufacture: 2001 05 30
Ending Date of Manufacture: 2003 12 19
DEFECT SUMMARY
On certain sport utility vehicles, the accelerator cable may prevent the throttle from returning to the idle position.
CONSEQUENCE SUMMARY
An unexpected increase in engine idle speed may increase stopping distance and may result in a vehicle crash.
CORRECTIVE SUMMARY
Dealers will replace the accelerator cable.
OWNER NOTIFICATION
The recall began on January 28, 2005. Owners should contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500, option #4.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Eastern Time. For more information call (800) 424-9393 or (202) 366-0123. For the hearing impaired, call (800) 424-9153.
