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1991 Mazda Navajo recalls

There are 5 safety recalls on record for the 1991 Mazda Navajo, covering 75,464 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Structure: body: roof and pillarsReported February 25, 1998 · 23,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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.
Risk
Unexpected separation of the sunroof glass panel could possibly distract the driver increasing the risk of a vehicle crash or loss of vehicle control.
Remedy
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.

Recall number 97V235002 · Recall details

Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: hydraulicReported February 28, 1996 · 2,500 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The studs which attach the brake master cylinder to the power brake vacuum booster assembly can develop stress corrosion cracking after being operated for an extended period of time in the southern california location.
Risk
If a crack occurs, it could result in one or both studs fracturing. The master cylinder could then separate from the vacuum booster, when the brakes are applied, preventing the service brakes from fully activating increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the power brake vacuum booster assembly.

Recall number 96V024002 · Recall details

Power train: automatic transmissionReported November 4, 1991 · 33,540 vehicles affected
What is wrong
When the automatic transmission shift lever is placed in the park position, the park pawl does not always abut or engage the park gear.
Risk
Driver may believe the vehicle is safely engaged in parkwhen the gear is not truly engaged. This can lead to the vehicle jumping out ofgear unintentionally, vehicle rollaway when parked on a sloped surface, andinadvertent motion when the vehicle is started. All of these conditions canresult in a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Repair the transmission with a new park pawl.

Recall number 91V189001 · Recall details

Structure: body: bumpersReported February 13, 1991 · 10,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Rear bumper may be susceptible to fatigue cracking under extended trailer tow service when using a bumper mounted trailer hitch.
Risk
Bumper could separate from vehicle when using a bumpermounted trailer hitch ball.
Remedy
Install two additional brackets, one additional bar and associated fasteners to prevent bumper separation.

Recall number 91V028000 · Recall details

Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assemblyReported January 5, 1991 · 6,424 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Front heat shield extension may contact the upper front corner of plastic fuel tank damaging or puncturing the fuel tank.
Risk
Such fuel tank damage could allow vapor and or fuel toescape; this could result in a fire if a source of ignition is present.
Remedy
Relocate heat shield; replace fuel tank if damaged or punctured.

Recall number 91V020000 · Recall details

Questions about the 1991 Mazda Navajo recalls

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No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.

How many recalls does the 1991 Mazda Navajo have?

5, covering structure, service brakes, hydraulic and power train.

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