The problem
Vehicle description: minivans equipped with engines supplied by Ford motor company cleveland engine plant. These engines are installed with fuel injectors that do not match the lower intake manifold
The risk
This can result in a fuel leakage.
The fix
Dealers will replace the lower intake manifold assembly.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 99V-171 (99V171000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 819076 |
| Manufacturer | Mazda Motor Corp. |
| Component | Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline |
| Report date | July 7, 1999 |
| Owners notified | July 19, 1999 |
| Vehicles affected | 5,600 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the engine & cooling
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 99V-171 repair free?
Yes. Mazda dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the lower intake manifold assembly.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 5,600 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.