NHTSA Recall 03V053000: Fog lights (exterior lighting)
MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,400 vehicles. It affects 2002–2003 Mazda Mpv.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V053000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 0903C |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › FOG LIGHTS |
| Report received | February 13, 2003 |
| Owner notification | March 31, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain MINI vans equipped with front fog lights,the fog light bulb socket may have been installed improperly.
Safety risk
If the vehicle continues to be used with this condition, the bulb socket and the wiring harness may separate from the fog light housing if exposed to shock and/or vibration and drop inside the bumper. Should this occur, the operation of the fog light may then cause the bumper to burn.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the installation condition of the fog light bulb assembly, and repair it when necessary. Owner notification began march 31, 2003. 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
Customers can 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 03V053000
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.