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1981 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