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Mazda’s L-series engines have a reputation of variable vale timing (VVT) defects that can cause oil leaks, excessive smoke out of the tailpipe, loose timing chains, and catastrophic engine failure.
Other than that they're great. Unfortunately a judge has granted a motion to dismiss a VVT lawsuit after Mazda argued their extended warranty terms are clear:…
keep reading article "L-Series Engine VVT Lawsuit Dismissed by Judge"Defective variable valve timing (VVT) assemblies in L-series engines has sparked a new class-action lawsuit against Mazda.
That'll come as welcome news to owners – particularly those with a CX-7 – who have been complaining for years about VVT and timing chain issues.…
keep reading article "Lawsuit Accuses Mazda of Hiding Timing Chain and VVT Defects in L-Series Engines"