Large Recall NHTSA · 83V052000 Reported May 10, 1983

Interior systems:active seat and shoulder belts an

Mazda North American Operations · Seat Belts · 232,373 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
83V052000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Seat Belts
Vehicles Affected
232,373
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
May 10, 1983

Defect Summary

Anchorage bolt may have been improperly reinstalled after vehicle repair. The bolt could loosen during normal vehicle operation.

Corrective Action

Upon inspection, all improperly installed bolts will be removed and reinstalled correctly.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Mazda North American Operations dealer and reference recall ID 83V052000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 83V052000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 83V052000?

NHTSA recall 83V052000 was issued by Mazda North American Operations on May 10, 1983. It addresses: Interior systems:active seat and shoulder belts an. The recall affects approximately 232,373 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Mazda North American Operations dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 83V052000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.