Mazda B-series
Model B-series made by Mazda got 3 consumer complains there is 1 recall as well as 3 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to power train, service brakes, hydraulic and tires. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, engine and engine cooling and visibility. There was one recall concerning visibility .
Model 2006
Recalls
Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER - MOTOR | ||||||||||||||||
05V525000 | MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS | from 08/29/2005 to 10/17/2005 | V (Vehicle) | 3982 | 11/28/2005 | MFR | MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS | 11/17/2005 | 11/17/2005 | |||||||
Defect Summary | On certain trucks and sport utility vehicles, the windshield wiper motor may have been produced without grease applied to the output shaft gear. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | After a period of continuous use on the high speed setting, lack of grease on the output shaft gear may cause the gear teeth to distort or fracture during operation resulting in the loss of wiper function. inoperative wipers under inclement weather conditions could cause a crash due to impaired visibility. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect the wiper motor for the presence of grease and grease the wiper motor gears if necessary. the recall began on november 28, 2005. owners may contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Mazda recall no. 3705k.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration |
Bulletins
Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING | |||||
0901703 | 12/19/2005 | 0902405 | 10018882 | Electrical - wiring - soldering and crimping repairs - service tip. *tt | 01/19/2006 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
0101307 | 04/05/2007 | 10021564 | No start/loss of engine timings/scraping noise at crankshaft pulley/possible engine damage. *kb | 05/16/2007 | |
VISIBILITY - REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES - EXTERIOR | |||||
0900206 | 01/26/2006 | 10019256 | Limited or restricted inward movement of exterior rear view mirror glass. *tt | 02/22/2006 |
Consumer Complaints
Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
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POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||
04/26/2006 | 3100 | 5 | 02/09/2006 |
This vehicle was smoldering burning and smoke without fire. i have taken my vehicle in for repairs 5 times for the transmission and other related issues. this vehicle as had a new transmission added within two months of ownership and it still leaks. the brakes pads wear to fast. *nm | |||
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - PADS | |||
04/26/2006 | 3100 | 5 | 02/09/2006 |
This vehicle was smoldering burning and smoke without fire. i have taken my vehicle in for repairs 5 times for the transmission and other related issues. this vehicle as had a new transmission added within two months of ownership and it still leaks. the brakes pads wear to fast. *nm | |||
TIRES - SIDEWALL | |||
04/01/2007 | 7500 | 1 | 06/15/2006 |
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 mazda b2300. the vehicle has maxxis tires, size t145/80d16 (na). the contact noticed cracks on the sidewall of the spare tire. the dealer stated that there was impact damage to the spare tire and they would not repair or replace the tire. the contact took the tire to two different tire dealers and one stated the tire was old and the other stated that there was a defect in the tire casing. the manufacturer stated that they would replace the tire, however, the dealer was unable to find a replacement tire. as of august 14, 2007, the dealer has not replaced the tire. the current and failure mileages were 7,500. the consumer provided pictures of the defect and also a repair invoice. updated 09/07/07 *tr |
Car dealers selling
State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
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00 | HENDERSON | 89011 | MAZDAIMPORTS COURESTY | 702-567-8000 |