1979 Mazda Rx7 Recalls

1. Recall Description

   IN CERTAIN HIGH SALT AREAS, THE IDLER ARM IS EXPOSED TO ROAD SALT WHICH CAUSES THE DUST SEAL TO DETERIORATE RESULTING IN IDLER ARM PIN CORROSION. THIS CAUSES THE PIN TO FREEZE AND BREAK. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: A BROKEN IDLER ARM PIN COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND MAY CAUSE AN ACCIDENT.

   Possible Effects

   Action

   REPLACE PIN WITH ONE OF IMPROVED CORROSION RESISTANT QUALITY.

   Notes

   VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS WITH REAR WHEEL DRIVE.SYSTEM: STEERING.

   Recall Manufacture Dates

   1976-12-01 - 1983-02-01

   Vehicles Affected

   136526