CarRecallWatchThe 1988 Mazda 323 has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 34 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 4 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Seat Belts (29 reports).
1Recalls
34Owner complaints
2Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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1988 Mazda 323 recalls
Most common 1988 Mazda 323 problems
Problem areas named in the 34 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 29 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 5 |
| Power Train | 5 |
| Seats | 1 |
| Parking Brake | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
What owners report
WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 60 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY AND WITHOUT WARNING VEHICLE STALLED. *AK
NHTSA RECALL 95-V-103-005 CONCERNING FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE IMPROPERLY. CONSUMER STATED THIS RECALL WAS DONE ON 1997. HOWEVER RECALL FAILED.*AK
THE SEAT BELT DOES NOT CATCH (HOLD) PROPERLY WHICH COULD RESULT IN INJURY IF AND ACCIDENT OCCURED. *YC
THE REAR SEAT BELTS FAIL TO WORK PROPERLY. WHENEVER THE CSS IS IN USED, & BUCKLED IN, THE LOCKING MECHANISM WOULD POP OUT & RELEASE THE BELT. CSS IS NOT SECURED.
REAR SEAT BELT WILL NOT STAY FASTENED WHEN ADJUSTED; BELT UNLOOSED ITSELF. REASON UNKNOWN. RECALL NOTICE RECEIVED, DEALER DOES NOT HAVE PARTS TO PERFORM RECALL REPAIRS. *AK *ML
1988 Mazda 323 questions
Does the 1988 Mazda 323 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1988 Mazda 323: Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1988 Mazda 323?
Based on 34 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Seat Belts (29), Engine And Engine Cooling (5), Power Train (5).
How do I check if a recall on my 1988 Mazda 323 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.