Recall 97V235002: Sunroof Glass Panel Separation
Year: 1991, 1992, 1993Make: MAZDA TRUCK
Model: NAVAJO
Year of Recall: '97
Type of Report: Vehicle
Potential Number of Units Affected: 23000
Summary:
Vehicle Description: Multi-purpose passenger vehicles equipped with factory installed sunroof. The sunroof glass panel assembly can separate while the vehicle is moving due to incorrect hinge engagement. This was caused by improper sunroof installation of the glass panel.
Unexpected separation of the sunroof glass panel could possibly distract the driver increasing the risk of a vehicle crash or loss of vehicle control.
Owners will be provided with an instruction booklet which thoroughly outlines, with illustrations, the proper procedures for the removal, storage, and reinstallation of the sunroof's glass panel. A warning label for attachment to the sunroof's latch knob will also be provided to the owners.
Owner notification began March 2, 1998. Owners who do not receive the instruction booklet and warning label 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 1-800-424-9393.