The problem
Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 135, "passenger car brake systems." during production, the float in the fluid level sensor in the brake reservoir can be forced off of the guide rail during the filling of the master cylinder.
The risk
Should this occur, it is possible that the float will not return to the guide rail and the brake fluid level warning indicator May not function.
The fix
Mazda has not yet provided a remedy for this campaign. Owner notification began July 14, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 03V-207 (03V207000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 1203F |
| Manufacturer | Mazda Motor Corp. |
| Component | Parking brake › Indicator light |
| Report date | June 5, 2003 |
| Owners notified | July 14, 2003 |
| Vehicles affected | 45,600 |
| Initiated by | OVSC |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the brakes
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 03V-207 repair free?
Yes. Mazda dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Mazda has not yet provided a remedy for this campaign. Owner notification began July 14, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact…
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 45,600 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.