Brakes:hydraulic:shoe and drum system:shoes
Defect Summary
Vehicles equipped with rear brake drums transported by train may experience separation of the brake shoe from the wheel brake cylinder piston.
Safety Consequence
Should separation occur, repeated brake operation maydamage the wheel brake cylinder dust boot, allowing water or dust intrusion andsubsequent piston contamination.
Corrective Action
All vehicles will be inspected and if no separation is found grease will be applied to the component interface to lower friction and avoid subsequent relative motion. if separation is found the wheel brake cylinder dust boot will be replaced.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Mazda North American Operations or involving Service Brakes, Hydraulic.
FAQ: Recall 87V196000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 87V196000?
NHTSA recall 87V196000 was issued by Mazda North American Operations on December 29, 1987. It addresses: Brakes:hydraulic:shoe and drum system:shoes. The recall affects approximately 14,807 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mazda North American Operations dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 87V196000 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.