NHTSA Recall 02V078000: Labels (equipment)
MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 14,000 vehicles. It affects 2002 Mazda Mpv.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V078000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS |
| Report received | March 20, 2002 |
| Owner notification | June 12, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain MINI vans fail to comply to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." an incorrect gross axle weight rating (gawr) was indicated on the certification label.
Safety risk
Not provided.
Remedy
Owners will be mailed accurate certification labels and inserts for the owner's manual. Owner notification began june 12, 2002. 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.
Notes
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 02V078000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mazda Mpv | 2002 |
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.