Recall 09V414000: Cruise Control Deactivation Switch

VEHICLE MAKE/MODEL: MODEL YEAR(S):

Mazda/B Series 1995-1997 2001-2003

MANUFACTURER: Mazda Motor Corp.

MFR'S REPORT DATE: October 22, 2009

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 09V414000

NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: N/A

COMPONENT: Vehicle Speed Control: Cruise Control

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 39600

SUMMARY:
Mazda is recalling model year 1995 through 1997 and model year 2001 through 2003 trucks equipped with Texas Instruments Speed Control Deactivation Switch (SCDS) and/or Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) and manufactured on or before December 5, 2002. A component of the cruise control deactivation switch may deteriorate over time and develop a leak. This occurrence could cause the switch to overheat, smoke or burn which could result in an under hood fire.

CONSEQUENCE:
A vehicle fire could occur with or without the engine running.

REMEDY:
Mazda will notify owners that dealers will install a universal fused jumper harness on the cruise control deactivation switch free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about November 13, 2009. Owners may contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500 option #6.

NOTES:
Owners may also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.