CarRecallWatchThe 1992 Mazda 323 has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Seat Belts (13 reports).
1992 Mazda 323 recalls
Ignition Switch Can Overheat and Cause a Fire
Grease applied to the contact points inside the ignition switch may become conductive and cause the switch to overheat.
Most common 1992 Mazda 323 problems
Problem areas named in the 15 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 13 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Seats | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
What owners report
DRIVER'S SIDE SEATBELT BUCKLE WILL NOT STAY LATCHED. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK THE CONSUMER STATES THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT DOES NOT WORK PROPERLY AND THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT DOES NOT WORK AND IS OF TRACK, WITH A WIRE EXPOSED. (ABLE TO USE BOTH LAP BELTS, BUT THE AUTOMATIC PART WHICH GOES ACROSS THE CHEST ARE INOPERABLE) THE MOTOR RUNS CONSTANTLY ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE, WHEN THE KEY IS IN THE IGNITION. *SCC
DRIVER'S SEATBELT STOPPED WORKING, STUCK IN TRACK. *AK
SEATBELT RAIL WAS FAULTY PER RECALL NOTICE 97V-211 AND THERE WERE NO PARTS AVAILABLE, THE DEALER HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO REMEDY THE DEFECT WITHIN A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME. NLM
INTERMITTLEY DRIVER SHOULDER BELT LOCKS UP WHILE IN USE WHICH CAUSES THE DRIVER NOT ABLE TO MOVE SAFETY, AND MAY RESULT A LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL. RETRACTOR IS BROKEN AND NEED TO REPLACE. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
SEAT BELT RESTRAINTS OFTEN DO NOT RETRACT UPON OPENING OF DOOR,ONCE IT RETRACTED SO TIGHTLY ON MY SON I HAD A VERY DIFFICULT TIME GETTING HIM OUT. ALSO THE SEAT BELT WARNING LIGHT GOES OFF INTERMITTANTLY EVEN THOUGH WE ARE PROPERLY BELTED. I DO NOT TRUST THESE BELTS TO KEEP US SAFE IN AN ACCIDENT.
1992 Mazda 323 questions
Does the 1992 Mazda 323 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1992 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 1992 Mazda 323?
Based on 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Seat Belts (13), Steering (1), Seats (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1992 Mazda 323 has been fixed?
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