Mazda is recalling certain 2000-model-year MPV minivans for reprogramming of the vehicle's Power train Control Module (PCM).
Mazda said it has found that 2000-model MPV minivans built between March 31, 1999 and November 28, 1999 may have inappropriate programming of the PCM that could cause them to not comply with Federal onboard diagnostic requirements.
In addition, Mazda announced that it would ask owners of all 2000-model MPV minivans to bring the vehicles to an authorized Mazda dealer for the installation of front bumper reinforcement plates. The reinforcement plates will enhance front bumper performance and will be added at no charge to the consumer.
As a result of tests performed on the 2000-model MPV by an independent testing facility, Mazda found that the front bumper, despite meeting Federal passenger car bumper standards, did not perform up to expectations in a low-speed impact. Mazda has redesigned the front bumper system, and MPVs with the redesigned and upgraded bumper system should begin arriving in Mazda showrooms by the end of April.
