Recall work not completed properly on the steering column coupler.

- Baltimore, MD, USA

Problem with steering. (qcaw)

- Carleton, MI, USA

Steering column coupler failure causing a vehicle collision prior to recal.

- Roswell, GA, USA

Steering column coupler failed prior to recall work, work performed, however steering problems persist.

- New York, NY, USA

Ignition system failed and there was excessive play in the steering after the steering coupler recall repair.

- O Fallon, IL, USA

Consumer contacted superior Mazda in reference to recall 97V-16900, manufacturer 741 to have repaires corrected, dealer corrected problem listed under recall. The day after repaires was were done consumer was involved in an accident due to the steering wheel locking up. Consumer has contacted the dealer.

- Anniston, AL, USA

While making a left turn at 20 mph the steering column coupling fell out, resulting in owner having an accident.

- Lawrenceville, GA, USA

Traveling 25mph took off ramp steering wheel went very tight as if being turned. Heard & felt steering wheel pop. Steering wheel can be turned w/one finger. Went from one ditch to another ditch. Had received recall notice (97V169000) on 08 May 98. Took to dealer to have steering wheel repaired.

- Hopkinsville, KY, USA

When traveling on dry roads and depressing the brake pedal to make a normal stop the ABS brakes started operatiing, making it very difficult to operate the vehicle. Consumer also having a problem when making a right or left hand turns, the steering wheel grabs and there is a griding sound coming from the front end. Consumer has contacted the dealer.

- Grafton, OH, USA

Recall 97V169000. Replacement part for recall does not fit properly on a vehicle with no power steering.

- Woodacre, CA, USA

Received recall notice (397V169000). Called dealer to set up an appointment. Was informed that they do not have the parts or tools for repairing the coupling on the steering wheel.

- Sarasota, FL, USA

Steering noise when turning.

- West York, PA, USA

While driving about 15 mph on a wet road conditions tried to make a right turn and the steering wheel wouldn't turn. Consumer had to release the steering wheel and then turn again and heard a noise. Consumer has not contacted the dealer.

- Parlin, NJ, USA

EA97-009, while driving the vehicle's defective steering wheel came loose and the bolt came off, causing no steering control. Almost resulted in an accident. Dealer cannot determine problem.

- San Clemente, CA, USA

When approaching to make either a left or a right hand turn the steering wheel makes a loud knocking sound, consumer has contacted the dealer, problem not determined, ea 97-009.

- North Miami, FL, USA

EA97- 009; consumer states when pulling out of a parking space and when turning the steering wheel either left or right, noticed a loud sound coming from the steering column. Consumer has yet to contact the dealer,

- Fuquay Verina, NC, USA

While driving, an electrical short in the column, caused the steering column to caught on fire. Cause unknown.

- Haverstraw, NY, USA

After going over a bump, the steering wheel becomes very loose and vehicle loses its steering power.

- Bronx, NY, USA

Steering wheel locks up usually after rain fall; also, sometimes during cornering at 10-20 mph.

- Sudbury, MA, USA

PE96-069 active, steering lockup, lost power steering while driving in wet weather, making it difficult to turn steering wheel. The brake pedal becomes very soft.

- Alexander, VA, USA