Issue ID | 474960 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10068982 |
Manufacurer | MAZDA MOTOR CORP |
Brand | MAZDA |
Model | 626 |
Model Year | 1998 |
File date | 15/11/03 |
Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | External spring in the timing belt tensioner broke and caused the timing belt to break. 1998 mazda 626 cars were recalled for this problem, but only the cars manufactured from aug 1997 to august 1998. This did not cover my car. The recall should be extended past august 1998. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 88000 |
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Source of the issue | CONSUMER ACTION GROUP |
City and State | FREDERICKSBURG, VA |
VIN pattern | 1YVGF22C8W5XXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | |
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Date of purchase | 30/06/24 |
Was original owner? | |
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Transmission type | AUTO |
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