Mazda mx3 seat belt recall Mazda told me that i could not have my recall done because its been over since 1998 does anyone know how i can get them to fix my seat belts for free?

Answer 1

I would print this and take it to your local Mazda dealer and if they won't honor this I'd recommend filing a complaint with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).1992-1993 MX-3 And 1990-1993 323 Automatic Shoulder Belts Recall

Campaign #72803

Dear Mazda Owner:This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act.Mazda Motor Corporation has decided that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain 1990-1993 323 and 1992-1993 MX-3 models.Mazda has determined that, under certain conditions, the cable that retracts the automatic shoulder belt buckle may bind due to excessive wear of the automatic shoulder belt rail. If binding of the cable occurs, the passive restraint system is rendered inoperative.Arrangements have been made for you to have your automatic shoulder belt inspected and replaced if necessary. Please schedule an appointment with your Mazda dealer to have this recall performed free of charge. The work may take as long as 3 hours to complete. however, it may take longer depending upon the service department's work schedule.In addition to performing this recall campaign, Mazda is extending the warranty coverage on the driver and passenger automatic shoulder belt rail and motor for the life of the vehicle. Mazda is also extending the warranty coverage on the front door latch switch, which may affect the operation of the automatic shoulder belt, to 12 years from the manufacturers warrenty start date.If you have already paid for the repair or replacment of your shoulder belt or front door latch switch, due to improper operation of the automatic seat retractor, Mazda will reimburse you for reasonable expenses based on Mazda's repair standards. Please complete the enclosed "Reimbursement Application Form", (Front, Back) mail it in the pre-addressed envelope and allow 6-8 weeks for processing.If you are the lessor of the vehicle and have received this letter, please provide a copy to the lessee.Should you have any questions regarding this recall campaign, please contact our Customer Assistance toll-free number, (800) 222-5500.If your dealer or distributor does not remedy this defect without charge and/or within a reasonable amount of time, you may wish to notify the Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Washington, DC 20590, or call their toll-free Auto Safety Hotline. (888) 327-4236. (Residents of Washington, DC may call 366-0123)Our goal at Mazda is to build and maintain only the highest quality products.Please accept our apology for any inconvenience this recall campaign may cause to you.Subject VIN Range As Follows:Year:Model:VIN Number Range:1992-1993MX-3JM1EC43%*N0100039 to

JM1EC43%*P02385071990-1993323JM1BG232*L0100122 to

JM1BG232*P0651901

JM1BG234*P0550052 to

M1BG234*P0651919% an be 1 OR 2

* an be any letter or number