CarRecallWatchThe 2003 Mazda B-Series Truck has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 2 fires, 5 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (4 reports).
1Recalls
21Owner complaints
3Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2003 Mazda B-Series Truck recalls
Most common 2003 Mazda B-Series Truck problems
Problem areas named in the 21 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Air Bags | 3 |
| Power Train | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
| Tires | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
What owners report
My truck sat for a while I charged the Batt. I drove to the landfill in Tehachapi Ca. It ran fine. I unloaded the trash the engine idled for 30+min. The landfill had debris on the ground. The truck ran fine back to town. I had 3/4 fuel. I decided to fill up at the Loves gas station I filled it all the way 2 clicks I think. I started up the truck after fueling it ran terribly I had a flashing check engine light. I drove home 2milles when home the truck was on ð¥ FIRE!! I turned off engine. Put lots of h20 on fire. Disconnected Batt put more h20. I don't know if it started at gas station or in between. I can ask neighbors. The fire was under the driver's seat underneath the truck. I don't
THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SHUT DOWN WHILE I WAS DRIVING, TURNING OFF AIR CONDITIONER, RADIO, INTERIOR LIGHTS, AND TURN INDICATOR. THE DASH LIT UP ABS, AIRBAG, AND CRUISE CONTROL INDICATORS. WHEN I STOPPED, I TURNED OFF THE ENGINE AND TURNED THE KEY TO POWER WITHOUT STARTING ENGINE AND FOUND THE ELECTRICAL WORKING AGAIN. I TRIED DRIVING AGAIN AND THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WORKED FOR A SHORT TIME AND WENT OFF AGAIN. WHEN IT FIRST HAPPENED, I WAS DRIVING STRAIGHT ON A CITY STREET
TAKATA RECALL IS NOT BEING DONE FAST ENOUGH. THIS RECALL BEGAN OVER A YEAR AGO IN JANUARY 2016. WE HAVE YET TO RECEIVE A LETTER TELLING US TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT FOR REPAIR. THE RECALL SAYS IT IS DANGEROUS AND TO HAVE IT DONE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE YET ACCORDING TO THEIR SCHEDULE...WE ARE NOT EVEN CLOSE TO BEING ABLE TO DO IT IN OVER A YEAR. WE NEED TO GET TO WORK IN THIS VEHICLE EVERY DAY. UNACCEPTABLE.
WHOLE UNBODY FRAME IS RUSTED
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 MAZDA B-SERIES TRUCK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE IGNITION SWITCH FAILED INTERMITTENTLY. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT A NEUTRAL SAFETY SWITCH WAS INSTALLED AND THE FAILURE PROGRESSED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 31,777. THE VIN WAS NOT PROVIDED.
2003 Mazda B-Series Truck questions
Does the 2003 Mazda B-Series Truck have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2003 Mazda B-Series Truck: Vehicle Speed Control:Cruise Control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Mazda B-Series Truck?
Based on 21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (4), Air Bags (3), Power Train (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 2003 Mazda B-Series Truck 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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