The Office of Defects Investigations (ODI) is an office within the NHTSA which investigates serious safety problems in the design, construction or performance of vehicles. The NHTSA is authorized to order manufacturers to recall and repair vehicles, if the ODI finds a safety issue. NHTSA investigations for the 1990 Mazda 323, both ongoing and closed, are listed below:

  1. INVESTIGATION: AUTO RESTRAINT SYSTEM FAIL

    NHTSA #EA94039

    Status:
    RECALLED

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  2. INVESTIGATION: TAKATA SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE

    NHTSA #EA95005

    Status:
    RECALLED

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