1995 Mazda B-Series Truck
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 1995 Mazda B-Series Truck. Newest first.
Mazda IS recalling model year 1995 through 1997 and model year 2001 through 2003 trucks equipped with texas instruments speed control deactivation switch (scds) and/or anti-lock brake system (ABS) and manufactured on or before december 5, 2002. a component of the cruise control deactivation switch may deteriorate over time and develop a leak. this…
Risk and remedy
Risk
A vehicle fire could occur with or without the engine running.
Remedy
Mazda will notify owners that dealers will install a universal fused jumper harness on the cruise control deactivation switch free of charge. the safety recall began on december 11, 2009. owners may contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500 option #6.
Tire description: firestone wilderness at, size p235/75r15, produced at the decatur, illinois tire plant and all firestone radial atx and radial atx II tires, size p235/75r15. operation of these tires at low inflation pressures, high speed, and in hot weather, can contribute to separation of the tire tread.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the tread separates from the tire, the driver can lose control of the vehicle, possibly resulting in a crash causing injury or death.
Remedy
The replacement/reimbursement program for this campaign expired on august 29, 2001. however, customers should contact firestone customer service at 1-800-465-1904 for possible assistance.
Owner complaints
42 complaints7 involved a crash5 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Steering
TL* the contact owns a 1995 mazda b4000. The contact stated the key failed to release from the ignition. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic who confirmed the steering wheel needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not contacted regarding the defect. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 4,691.
- Structure › Body › Tailgate › Hinge and attachments
The interior part of my tailgate has broken twice during regular use. now the tailgate will not open and as I am disabled it IS difficult to put my equipment into the truck bed. *Tr
- Seat belts
Vehicle driver side seatbelt would come undone. potentially causing casualties if occurring during an accident. *Tr
- Interior lighting
Dome light stays on while driving day or night. It IS illegal to drive with the light on at night. The door ajar chime sticks and windshield wipers will sometimes come on by themselves while driving. I have read many complaints about this on your website. I had this problem fixed while under warranty and now same problem again. No recall? Could be a short in the wiring. Obviously something IS sticking. *nm
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly › Filler pipe and cap
Dt: the consumer owns a 1995 mazda b-2300 pick-up. while filling the gas tank he noticed gasoline leaking onto the ground underneath the truck. upon inspection of the vehicle it was determined that fuel tank filler pipe cracked and was causing the gasoline to leak onto the ground. due to the…
Dt: the consumer owns a 1995 mazda b-2300 pick-up. while filling the gas tank he noticed gasoline leaking onto the ground underneath the truck. upon inspection of the vehicle it was determined that fuel tank filler pipe cracked and was causing the gasoline to leak onto the ground. due to the heat and dryness in this area it would cause the plastic to crack. the service dealer stated this filler pipe needed to be replaced. the manufacturer stated they could not do anything about this problem. *Ak updated 11/15/05. *Jb
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
Windshield wipers will intermittently fail or come on by themselves, causing poor visiblity.*ak the part that caused the problem IS on recall by two manufactures, but not the manufacturer of this vehicle. *yh
- Electrical system › Wiring › Interior/under dash · Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
No summary listed for above vehicle. *Ak
- Steering › Column locking › Anti-theft device
Defective alarm system
- Power train › Automatic transmission › Park/neutral start interlock switch
Vehicle was parked in 1ST gear on a slight slope, 30 minutes later rolled back and collided with a second vehicle. I note that odi #963255 reports a very similar incident with a 1994 ford ranger, which IS the same truck as mazda b2300. I parked the 5-speed mazda pickup in an empty parking lot at…
Vehicle was parked in 1ST gear on a slight slope, 30 minutes later rolled back and collided with a second vehicle. I note that odi #963255 reports a very similar incident with a 1994 ford ranger, which IS the same truck as mazda b2300. I parked the 5-speed mazda pickup in an empty parking lot at around 8:10 am. vehicle was parked in 1ST gear on a slight slope, emergency brake not engaged. vehicle has been parked this way in the lot more than 50 times in the year I have owned the vehicle. at around 8:40 am I was informed that my truck had rolled back across the parking lot and struck another vehicle. upon arrival, I saw my truck with its rear bumper impaled amid the left rear fender of a second vehicle, which (according to its owner) had been parked approximately 20 minutes after mine had been parked. I checked my truck and verified that the shifter was still in first gear. *Ak
- Steering › Column locking › Anti-theft device · Visibility › Power window devices and controls
Door ajar warning light and audible alarm do not go off when all doors are closed. both door switches have been cleaned and replaced at least two times by the dealer. problem usually reoccurs within a year from replacement. mild heat/sunlight appears to contribute to the problem. alarms…
Door ajar warning light and audible alarm do not go off when all doors are closed. both door switches have been cleaned and replaced at least two times by the dealer. problem usually reoccurs within a year from replacement. mild heat/sunlight appears to contribute to the problem. alarms continue to go off for 1-10 minutes after doors are closed. this may be more of an "anti-safety" issue, but the audible alarm IS very annoying and makes it hard to concentrate on driving. *ak
- Structure › Body › Door
When I start the truck, or just put the key into the ignition the door chime sometimes goes off as if the door IS still open. it usually will continue until something decides to make it turn off. I had to listen to it for about 970 miles while on a trip out az. very annoying. I was told out…
When I start the truck, or just put the key into the ignition the door chime sometimes goes off as if the door IS still open. it usually will continue until something decides to make it turn off. I had to listen to it for about 970 miles while on a trip out az. very annoying. I was told out there that the door sensor had or has a manufactures recall on this part; if so IS it possible to get it fixed for free. *ak
- Air bags › Frontal
Vehicle was involved in a frontal collision. Impact was estimated at 30 mph, and air bag failed to deploy. Dealer was not contacted. Provide further detail. *Ak
- Exterior lighting › Turn signal › Switch
Headlights and all outside lights will go out due to defective combination switch which has been replaced twice, but defect keeps reoccurring. *ak
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
Intermittently while driving along the windshield wipers come on without command. The dealer and manufacturer have been notified about the problem. The problem has not been corrected. Please provide any further information. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control › Gas recirculation valve (egr valve) · Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
I have records on the repairs that never fixed anything. All problems still exist with washer and wipers coming on at random times.wipers never work on high speed but work fine in low and intermittant speeds. Egr system has failed also and burnt the hoses up. Vehicle has always had engine miss and power loss in the 2200 - 3000rpm area.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Pads
Consumer was driving and he applied brakes, the ABS warning light came on. also, the parking brake light came on, and remained on for a long time. the consumer took the vehicle to the dealership for diaagnostic test. Dealer changed the front brake pads. *ak
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
Windshield wipers activate on their own and cut off causing loss of vision, washer spays solution on occasions when wipers activate.
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
Windshield wipers quit working in the middle of operation. Sometimes after turning off the windshield wipers, windshield wipers continue to operate. The dealer IS not aware of this problem. *ak *ML
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
When driving windshield wipers come on and sprayed washer solution on windshield. Once during a rain storm the wipers cut off automatically and I lost control of vehicle for split second. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
When driving the truck in damp or wet road conditions the rear brakes will lock up when applying pressure to the brake pedal. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
ABS light began staying on. traveling at 45mph on a cold morning, applied brakes, resulting in hitting a deer head on, no air bag deflated, brakes shimmy when applied. repair of no avail. *ak
- Seat belts › Front › Anchorage
Vehicle rolled over in an accident, seat belt in which passenger was secured in failed, causing partial ejection, resulting in paralysis.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Drum › Wheel cylinders
Wheel cylinder froze.
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
Windshield wipers come on and stay on by themselves.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Vehicle's ABS braking system locks up in damp weather or when passing puddles. The contact with water locks up the front wheels. *ak
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10213333Battery test procedure requirements using the GR81291
- 10154879In support of the new MRT distribution, Mazda will ship to dealers a new Dual Purpose Diagnostic Leak Detector beginning March, 2019. Training videos will be posted to MGSS shortly and Workshop Manual procedures will be revised gradually.
- 10153339In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. It is the dealer's responsibility to comply with Federal, State, and local laws concerning odometer and related documentation requirements when providing a repair or replacement. Mazda vehicles are manufactured with tamper-proof speedometers. When a speedometer is replaced, the new speedometer will read zero (0) miles. This procedure is extremely important to accurately represent actual vehicle mileage. Prior to speedometer removal, complete the information required on the "Speedometer Replacement Label". Labels can only be ordered through Mazda eStore. In an effort to achieve a higher level of Customer Experience and retain the value of Mazda's vehicles, MNAO Warranty Operations is allowing all Mazda dealers to utilize a third party, SPECMO Enterprises, Inc., for Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) odometer setting service. With the use of SPECMO's services, it is possible that the odometer will be set between 10 to 31 miles over the odometer mileage at the time of replacement for both warranty and customer pay repairs. Please make sure that the customer is aware that there may be a slight variance to the odometer, in which case the customer may have to accept the slightly higher mileage. Since odometer setting service is not part of the warranty repair, it is not warrantable nor required, but optional. However, Mazda Warranty policy provides after-warranty assistance (AWA) or DSA that can be utilized to cover this service expense.
- 10153331This service bulletin provides information regarding the proper use of the driver's floor mat to avoid anypotential interference with the foot pedals. The following are possible causes of floor mat interference,which can be avoided with proper usage. Floor mat moves forward due to improper installation. Inappropriate floor mat (such as aftermarket, non-factory-equipped, or non-genuine) is used. Floor mat is stacked one on top of another.
- 10153311On some vehicles, a sulfur smell or 'rotten egg' odor may be noticed coming from the exhaust system. The odor is usually noticed after a cold start, fast idle, extended periods of idling and full throttle acceleration. Sulfur smell is not an indication of an engine concern and will not cause reduced driveability or durability of the engine or any of its emission components. The sulfur smell or 'rotten egg' odor is caused by high amounts of sulfur in the gasoline being used in the vehicle. Sulfur is normally eliminated during the refining process, but the EPA regulation of sulfur in gasoline differs from state to state. Vehicles using fuel containing high amounts of sulfur will most likely emit sulfur smell from the exhaust system.When high sulfur fuel is burned, there is a chemical reaction in the catalytic converter causing the sulfur tooxidize. As the vehicle is driven, the oxidizing reaction odor in the converter will decrease with mileage and age.
- 10153309The Mazda GR8-1291 is required for all warranty battery testing. If the Mazda GR8-1291 is not used, incorrect battery testing may result in unnecessary battery replacement. Use the following test procedures in this Service Bulletin to test Mazda vehicle batteries and to generate a Warranty Code. NOTE: A Warranty Code is required for warranty claim submission Battery Identification (Mazda batteries have 2 rating types) 1. JIS (Japanese Industrial Standard): JIS codes are six-digit alpha-numeric markings molded into the top of the battery to identify a battery by the capacity (amps), dimensions, and battery terminal type. Vehicles manufactured in Japan come from the factory with a JIS rated battery. NOTE: Replacement batteries may use a CCA rating. If so, use the CCA rating listed on the battery. 2. CCA (Cold Cranking Amps):CCA ratings are normally located on a sticker affixed to the top of the battery to indicate a battery's Cold Cranking Amps. CCA rated batteries are supplied with domestically produced vehicles. NOTE: If an incorrect CCA rating is entered into the Mazda GR8-1291, it will result in a false result and invalid Warranty Code from the tester. This will also result in unnecessary replacement of batteries.
- 10153308This service bulletin provides testing and charging procedures in order to promote proper battery maintenance, to deliver new vehicles with fully charged batteries, and to reduce unnecessary battery replacement cost. For new vehicles in stock at the dealer, inspect and maintain the battery periodically according to the repair procedure.
- 10148072In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. It is the dealer's responsibility to comply with Federal, State, and local laws concerning odometer and related documentation requirements when providing a repair or replacement. Mazda vehicles are manufactured with tamper-proof speedometers. When a speedometer is replaced, the new speedometer will read zero (0) miles. This procedure is extremely important to accurately represent actual vehicle mileage. Prior to speedometer removal, complete the information required on the "Speedometer Replacement Label". Labels can only be ordered through Mazda eStore. In an effort to achieve a higher level of Customer Experience and retain the value of Mazda's vehicles, MNAO Warranty Operations is allowing all Mazda dealers to utilize a third party, SPECMO Enterprises, Inc., for Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) odometer setting service. With the use of SPECMO's services, it is possible that the odometer will be set between 10 to 31 miles over the odometer mileage at the time of replacement for both warranty and customer pay repairs. Please make sure that the customer is aware that there may be a slight variance to the odometer, in which case the customer may have to accept the slightly higher mileage. Since odometer setting service is not part of the warranty repair, it is not warrantable nor required, but optional. However, Mazda Warranty policy provides after- warranty assistance (AWA) or DSA that can be utilized to cover this service expense.
- 10148068When encountering a vehicle with paint damage, refer to the "Mazda Pocket Paint Guide" to determine cause, prevention, remedy, and warranty coverage (if applicable). Copies of the Mazda Pocket Paint Guide are available for order on Mazda e-Store (part number: 9999-95-MPPG-12).
- 10148003Mazda North American Operations has approved an additional on-car brake lathe as an option for MNAO authorized equipment. The Pro-Cut On-Car Brake Lathe has been added to the MNAO authorized equipment program. NOTE: Accu-turn is still an approved brake lathe, but it is no longer available for purchase from our vendor. IMPORTANT: Rotors must be machined using a Mazda approved on-car brake lathe, or warranty claims are subject to denial or debit.
- 10148002Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle- specific workshop manual or owner's manual. Services performed outside of Mazda's factory scheduled maintenance are not recommended. These services are unnecessary and create unneeded expenses for your customers.
- 10145242On some vehicles, a sulfur smell or 'rotten egg' odor may be noticed coming from the exhaust system. The odor is usually noticed after a cold start, fast idle, extended periods of idling and full throttle acceleration. Sulfur smell is not an indication of an engine concern and will not cause reduced driveability or durability of the engine or any of its emission components. The sulfur smell or 'rotten egg' odor is caused by high amounts of sulfur in the gasoline being used in the vehicle. Sulfur is normally eliminated during the refining process, but the EPA regulation of sulfur in gasoline differs from state to state. Vehicles using fuel containing high amounts of sulfur will most likely emit sulfur smell from the exhaust system. When high sulfur fuel is burned, there is a chemical reaction in the catalytic converter causing the sulfur to oxidize. As the vehicle is driven, the oxidizing reaction odor in the converter will decrease with mileage and age.
- 10144333In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. It is the dealer's responsibility to comply with Federal, State, and local laws concerning odometer and related documentation requirements when providing a repair or replacement. Mazda vehicles are manufactured with tamper-proof speedometers. When a speedometer is replaced, the new speedometer will read zero (0) miles. This procedure is extremely important to accurately represent actual vehicle mileage. Prior to speedometer removal, complete the information required on the "Speedometer Replacement Label". Labels can only be ordered through Mazda eStore. In an effort to achieve a higher level of Customer Experience and retain the value of Mazda's vehicles, MNAO Warranty Operations is allowing all Mazda dealers to utilize a third party, SPECMO Enterprises, Inc., for Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) odometer setting service. With the use of SPECMO's services, it is possible that the odometer will be set between 10 to 31 miles over the odometer mileage at the time of replacement for both warranty and customer pay repairs. Please make sure that the customer is aware that there may be a slight variance to the odometer, in which case the customer may have to accept the slightly higher mileage. Since odometer setting service is not part of the warranty repair, it is not warrantable nor required, but optional. However, Mazda Warranty policy provides after-warranty assistance (AWA) or DSA that can be utilized to cover this service expense.
- 10142515Mazda North American Operations has approved an additional on-car brake lathe as an option for MNAOauthorized equipment. The Pro-Cut On-Car Brake Lathe has been added to the MNAO authorizedequipment program.NOTE: Accu-turn is still an approved brake lathe, but it is no longer available for purchase from our vendor. IMPORTANT: Rotors must be machined using a Mazda approved on-car brake lathe, or warranty claimsare subject to denial or debit.
- 10134929The Mazda GR8-1291 is required for all warranty battery testing. If the Mazda GR8-1291 is not used, incorrect battery testing may result in unnecessary battery replacement. Use the following test procedures in this Service Bulletin to test Mazda vehicle batteries and to generate a Warranty Code.
- 10134928This service bulletin provides testing and charging procedures in order to promote proper battery maintenance, to deliver new vehicles with fully charged batteries, and to reduce unnecessary battery replacement cost. For new vehicles in stock at the dealer, inspect and maintain the battery periodically according to the repair procedure.
- 10134703This service bulletin provides information regarding the proper use of the driver's floor mat to avoid any potential interference with the foot pedals. The following are possible causes of floor mat interference, which can be avoided with proper usage. Floor mat moves forward due to improper installation. Inappropriate floor mat (such as aftermarket, non-factory-equipped, or non-genuine) is used. Floor mat is stacked one on top of another. Use these points at your dealership to protect our mutual operations and to help ensure our customers' safety.
- 10134702When encountering a vehicle with paint damage, refer to the "Mazda Pocket Paint Guide" to determine cause, prevention, remedy, and warranty coverage (if applicable).
- 10118467In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. It is the dealer?s responsibility to comply with Federal, State, and local laws concerning odometerand related documentation requirements when providing a repair or replacement. Mazda vehicles are manufactured with tamper-proof speedometers. When a speedometer is replaced, the new speedometer will read zero (0) miles. This procedure is extremely important to accurately represent actual vehicle mileage. Prior to speedometer removal, complete the information required on the ?SpeedometerReplacement Label?.Labels can only be ordered through Mazda eStore. In an effort to achieve a higher level of Customer Experience and retain the value of Mazda?s vehicles, MNAO Warranty Operations is allowing all Mazda dealers to utilize a third party, SPECMO Enterprises, Inc., for Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) odometer setting service.With the use of SPECMO?s services, a Mazda dealer can get the odometer setting updated to reflect the correct mileage at the time of replacement for both warranty and customer pay repairs, therefore resulting in a higher level of customer satisfaction. Since odometer setting service is not part of the warranty repair, it is not warrantable nor required, but optional. However, Mazda Warranty policy provides after- warranty assistance (AWA) or DSA that can be utilized to cover this service expense.
- 10098367In accordance with federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer.note:mazda vehicles are manufactured with tamper-proof speedometers.when a speedometer IS replaced, the new speedometer will read zero (0) miles.this procedure IS extremely important to accurately represent actual vehicle mileage.prior to speedometer removal, complete the information required on the speedometer replace-ment label. Labels can only be ordered through mstore, not mdcs.
- 10098282This service bulletin provides information regarding the proper use of the drivers floor mat to avoid any potential interference with the foot pedals. The following are possible causes of floor mat interference, which can be avoided with proper usage. Floor mat moves forward due to improper installation. Inappropriate floor mat (such as aftermarket, non-factory-equipped, or non-genuine) IS used. Floor mat IS stacked one on top of another.
- 10098245Mazda north american operations received many requests from our dealers asking us to approve additional on-car brake lathes as an option for mnao authorized equipment. Due to your feedback and after evaluating a few on-car brake lathes, we are pleased to announce that we have added the pro cut on-car brake lathe to mnao authorized equipment program. The accu-turn IS still an approved brake lathe but it IS no longer available for purchase from our vendor. Important reminder rotors must be machined using a mazda approved on-car brake lathe or warranty claims are subject to denial or debit.
- 10097942Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle-specific workshop manual or owners manual. Services performed outside of mazdas factory scheduled maintenance are not recommended. These services are unnecessary and create unneeded expenses for your customers.
- 10097375Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle-specific workshop manual or owners manual. Services performed outside of mazdas factory scheduled maintenance are not recommended. These services are unnecessary and create unneeded expenses for your customers.
- 10097343This service bulletin provides information regarding the proper use of the drivers floor mat to avoid any poten-tial interference with the foot pedals. The following are possible causes of floor mat interference, which can be avoided with proper usage.floor mat moves forward due to improper installation.inappropriate floor mat (such as aftermarket, non-factory-equipped, or non-genuine) IS used.floor mat IS stacked one on top of another.
- 10097295Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle-specific workshop manual or owners manual. Services performed outside of mazdas factory scheduled maintenance are not recommended. These services are unnecessary and create unneeded expenses for your customers.
- 10059870Summary to be provided on a future date.
- 10052155Mazda: on some vehicles, to avoid potential interference of foot placed on pedals, information IS provided regarding proper use, and placement, of driver's floor mat. Various models and model years.
- 10021610Availability of non-required tools.
- 10021000Non genuine accessories affect air bag operation.
- 10008033Wilderness at tire replacement ssp 53. Two tire sizes for ssp 53 must now be ordered through the mazda tire program.
- 10005218Transmission fluid in-line filter kit - repeat repairs of transmission - service tips.
- 10002353Engine oil leak a pan after gasket replacement.
- 10000392Noise or vibration, no drive engagement, unusual noise during cranking or a no crank condition.
- 6089290Experiencing a ping or creak noise hear from the driveline when transmission IS engaged.
- 6089288Vehicles may exhibit a whining or buzzing noise coming from the radio system speakers.
- 635771Automatic tranmission slipping, delayed engagement and diagnostic trouble codes p0732, p0733 or p1762.
- 635027Engine oil leak at pan after gasket replacement.
- 635025Clicking noise while turning the steering wheel. This bulletin replaces previous bulletin 06-001-02 dated 6/18/2002.
- 634439Subject regarding a whining/buzzing noise from radio speakers. *Slc
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