Safety Recall NHTSA · 91V013000 Reported January 22, 1991

Brakes:hydraulic:power assist:check valve

Mazda North American Operations · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 6,680 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
91V013000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Vehicles Affected
6,680
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
January 22, 1991

Defect Summary

When the vehicle is exposed to temperatures below 5 degrees fahrenheit (-15 degrees c), the neutral detergent used as an assembly lubricant may stick to the check valve, preventing valve from functioning.

Safety Consequence

This could cause an inoperative brake power assist whichdescreases braking ability, and presents a potential for an accident.

Corrective Action

Replace vacuum hose assembly.

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 91V013000 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 91V013000

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

What is recall 91V013000?

NHTSA recall 91V013000 was issued by Mazda North American Operations on January 22, 1991. It addresses: Brakes:hydraulic:power assist:check valve. The recall affects approximately 6,680 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 91V013000 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.