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Vehicle recall 97V235002 · February 25, 1998

1991-1993 Mazda Navajo

Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles equipped with factory installed sunroof.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles equipped with factory installed sunroof. The sunroof glass panel assembly can separate while the vehicle is moving due to incorrect hinge engagement. This was caused by improper sunroof installation of the glass panel.
Consequence
Unexpected separation of the sunroof glass panel could possibly distract the driver increasing the risk of a vehicle crash or loss of vehicle control.
Remedy
Owners will be provided with an instruction booklet which thoroughly outlines, with illustrations, the proper procedures for the removal, storage, and reinstallation of the sunroof's glass panel. A warning label for attachment to the sunroof's latch knob will also be provided to the owners.
Notes
Owner notification began July 16, 1998. Owners who do not receive the instruction booklet and warning label within a reasonable time should contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
97V235002
Reported to NHTSA
February 25, 1998
Filed by
MAZDA (NORTH AMERICA),INC
Owner notification
July 16, 1998
Vehicles potentially affected
23,000
Initiated by
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
Components
Structure › Body › Roof and pillars
Recall 97V235002 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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