The problem
Rear lamps do not meet the maximum intensity requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 108, "lamps, reflective devices and associated equipment". The lamps produce too much light.
The fix
Light bulbs will be replaced with the correct type and the label that specifies the replacement part will be changed.
Contacts
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.System: lighting; tail light bulbs.Consequences of defect: rear lights that are brighter than the safety standardpermits may pose a hazard by making it difficult for drivers to the rear toadjust to dark conditions or to judge their distance from the forward vehicle.This could contribute to an accident.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Mazda dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 84V088000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.