1991 Mazda 323 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 1991 Mazda 323 has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 20 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.

The most-reported problem area is Seat Belts (15 reports).

2Recalls
20Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your 323?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1991 Mazda 323 recalls

Ignition Switch Can Overheat and Cause a Fire

Recall 15V674Oct 19, 20151,368,500 vehicles affected

Grease applied to the contact points inside the ignition switch may become conductive and cause the switch to overheat.

Seat Belts:Front:Webbing

Recall 97V211Nov 18, 1997134,000 vehicles affected

Most common 1991 Mazda 323 problems

Problem areas named in the 20 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Seat Belts15
Exterior Lighting3
Suspension2
Steering1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Visibility1

What owners report

2001-06-25, Seat Belts
TOOK VEHICLE IN FOR RECALL 97 V 211 000. AFTER RECEIVING VEHICLE BACK SEATBELT LIGHT COMES ON, AND CHIME RINGS WHEN SEATBELT IS FASTENED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFOMATION. *AK
2000-11-01, Seat Belts
CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE INTO DEALER FOR RECALL (97V-211) REPAIR OF THE INOPERATIVE PASSIVE RESTRAINT SYSTEM, DEALER HAD NO PARTS AVAILABE TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. NLM
2000-10-03, Seat Belts
CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL LETTER 97V211000 CONCERNING AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELTS. DEALER REFUSED TO CORRECT RECALL PROBLEM BECAUSE THERE WAS NO MAZDA MECHANIC AT DEALERSHIP.*AK
2000-08-07, Seat Belts
RECALL 97V211000/ MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 72803/ SHOULDER SEAT BELTS. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE IN FOR AN APPOINTMENT, WAITED FOR A COUPLE OF HOURS & FOUND OUT THAT DEALER DIDN'T HAVE THE PART. CONSUMER FEELS THAT WHEN APPOINTMENT WAS MADE THEY COULD HAVE BEEN ADVISED THAT THE PART WAS OUT OF STOCK. *AK
1999-03-25, Seat Belts
WHEN DRIVER GETS INTO THE VEHICLE THE AUTOMATIC SEAT BELT JAMS ON ANYONE THAT IS SITTING IN THE SEAT, AND IT VERY HARD TO BE RELEASED FROM THE SEAT BELT. *AK

1991 Mazda 323 questions

Does the 1991 Mazda 323 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1991 Mazda 323: Ignition Switch Can Overheat and Cause a Fire; Seat Belts:Front:Webbing. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1991 Mazda 323?

Based on 20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Seat Belts (15), Exterior Lighting (3), Suspension (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 1991 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.

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