NHTSA Recall 00V277002: Delivery (fuel system)
MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,700 vehicles. It affects 2001 Mazda Tribute.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V277002 |
|---|---|
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY |
| Report received | September 18, 2000 |
| Owner notification | October 20, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The o-ring seals in the fuel line connector at the outlet end of the fuel filter were damaged when the line was connected to the filter during vehicle assembly. In some cases, this damage could result in a fuel odor, or possibly in fuel dripping from the connection.
Safety risk
Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the fuel line.
Notes
Owner notification began october 20, 2000.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not 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 (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V277002
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mazda Tribute | 2001 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.