NHTSA recall 91V079000
Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Mazda Miata
Reported May 13, 1991300 vehicles affectedMAZDA (NORTH AMERICA),INCBuilt Jan 1, 1991 – Apr 1, 1991
The defect
A return fluid line of the front brake system IS misconnected to a rear brake fluid return. When the ABS system comes into use, all the fluid from the front brakes goes to the rear brake system. The fluid returns to the front system when the brake pedal IS released.
The risk
Total loss of fluid in the front brake system leads toincreased stopping distances, and could result in vehicle collision.
The remedy
Replace defective ABS systems.