The problem
Vehicle description: certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with requirements of FMVSS no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." the owner's manuals do not indicate which seating positions are equipped with child restraint anchorages. Also, the manuals do not explain the markings in the vehicles that locate the lower anchorages.
The risk
In the event of a crash, the child seat May not be properly attached increasing the risk of injury to the child.
The fix
Owners will be provided with revised owner manuals.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V-323 (00V323000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Mazda Motor Corp. |
| Component | Equipment › Other › Owners/service/other manual |
| Report date | October 16, 2000 |
| Owners notified | December 15, 2000 |
| Vehicles affected | 12,000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the equipment & accessories
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V-323 repair free?
Yes. Mazda dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Owners will be provided with revised owner manuals.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 12,000 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.