Mazda B2300 1994
Model B2300 made in 1994 by Mazda got 13 consumer complains, 2 investigations there are 3 recalls as well as 6 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to air bags, electrical system and parking brake. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, engine and engine cooling and equipment. The car had one investigation (service brakes, hydraulic). There were some recalls concerningparking brake, service brakes, hydraulic and vehicle speed control. The car has 3 modeles with engines 2.3l, 3.0l and 4.0l.
Model 1994
Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
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( 2.3L) | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | RWD | 21/24/22 | 23/31/26 | Regular | $ 819 | 12 | 930907 |
( 2.3L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | RWD | 22/26/24 | 25/34/28 | Regular | $ 751 | 12 | 930907 |
( 3.0L) | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | RWD | 19/24/21 | 21/31/24 | Regular | $ 857 | 12 | 930907 |
( 3.0L) | 6 | Manual, 5 gears | RWD | 19/24/21 | 21/31/25 | Regular | $ 857 | 12 | 930907 |
( 4.0L) | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | RWD | 17/23/19 | 19/29/22 | Regular | $ 947 | 12 | 930907 |
( 4.0L) | 6 | Manual, 5 gears | RWD | 18/24/20 | 20/31/24 | Regular | $ 900 | 12 | 930907 |
( 2.3L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | 4WD | 20/23/22 | 23/30/25 | Regular | $ 819 | 13 | 930907 |
( 3.0L) | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | 4WD | 17/21/18 | 18/27/21 | Regular | $ 1001 | 13 | 930907 |
( 3.0L) | 6 | Manual, 5 gears | 4WD | 18/22/20 | 20/29/23 | Regular | $ 900 | 13 | 930907 |
( 4.0L) | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | 4WD | 16/21/18 | 18/27/21 | Regular | $ 1001 | 13 | 930907 |
( 4.0L) | 6 | Manual, 5 gears | 4WD | 18/22/19 | 19/29/23 | Regular | $ 947 | 13 | 930907 |
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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PARKING BRAKE - CONVENTIONAL | ||||||||||||||||
94V169002 | MAZDA (NORTH AMERICA),INC | from 08/01/1993 to 05/01/1994 | V (Vehicle) | 48609 | 11/04/1994 | ODI | MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS | 10/31/1994 | 11/23/1994 | |||||||
Defect Summary | The parking brake control self-adjust pawl does not line up properly with the self-adjust rachet causing the pawl to slip over one or more teeth in the rachet. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | When the above occurs, it can result in parking brake system ineffectiveness. the parking brake will not hold the vehicle, causing the vehicle to roll freely, if the transmission is not left in gear. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | A wedge will be installed which will serve to lock the parking brake self-adjust mechanism pawl into engagement with the rachet. also, owners will be advised to release and reapply the parking brake whenever tooth skip occurs and will be reminded to always turn off the engine and leave the vehicle in gear when the vehicle is parked. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | System: emergency parking brake; mechanical.vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and multipurpose vehicles with manual transmissions.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time or the remedy does not correct the defect, please contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500. also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST - HYDRAULIC | ||||||||||||||||
96V024002 | MAZDA (NORTH AMERICA),INC | from 03/01/1991 to 11/01/1993 | V (Vehicle) | 2500 | 05/21/1996 | ODI | MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS | 02/28/1996 | 02/29/1996 | |||||||
Defect Summary | The studs which attach the brake master cylinder to the power brake vacuum booster assembly can develop stress corrosion cracking after being operated for an extended period of time in the southern california location. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | If a crack occurs, it could result in one or both studs fracturing. the master cylinder could then separate from the vacuum booster, when the brakes are applied, preventing the service brakes from fully activating increasing the risk of a vehicle accident. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the power brake vacuum booster assembly. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | System: brakes; power assist; primary; booster. vehicle description: multi-purpose vehicles and light duty trucks originally sold or currently registered in the southern california counties of los angeles, orange, san bernadino, san diego, riverside, ventura, santa barbara, san luis obispo, imperial, and kern. note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time, should contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | ||||||||||||||||
95V231002 | MAZDA (NORTH AMERICA),INC | from 04/01/1993 to 12/01/1994 | V (Vehicle) | 2000 | 04/12/1996 | MFR | MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS | 12/20/1995 | 01/22/1996 | |||||||
Defect Summary | During extreme cold, northern climate winter conditions, ice can form in the throttle body of the engine causing the throttle plate to remain in the highway cruising position after the accelerator is released or the speed control is deactivated. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | The vehicle stopping distances can be increased possibly resulting in an accident. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the air intake duct and valve assembly with revised units. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | System: fuel; throttle linkages and control.vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks equipped with 2.3l engine built at the ford motor company edison assembly plant and currently registered in the following states: alaska, montana, north dakota, minnesota, wisconsin, michigan (upper peninsula), new york, maine, vermont and new hampshire.note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time, should contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. |
Bulletins
Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY | |||||
001/97G | 04/08/1997 | 52503 | Maintenance free battery - diagnostic and charging procedure. *tw | 08/14/1997 | |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - MODULE | |||||
006/97 | 03/10/1997 | 52456 | Mil illumination code 332 - cold ambient tem - no driveability concern. *tw | 08/14/1997 | |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||||
0100302 | 01/19/2002 | 0100401 | 634322 | Subject regarding recommended engine oil. *slc | 09/28/2002 |
EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - AIR CONDITIONER | |||||
01999 | 06/17/1999 | 606225 | Customer may complain about lack of heat from the climate control system and malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0125 present. *tt | 08/13/1999 | |
008/97 | 05/19/1997 | 52497 | Use of a/c tracer dye. *tw | 08/14/1997 | |
POWER TRAIN - CLUTCH ASSEMBLY - PEDAL/LINKAGE | |||||
010699 | 06/01/1999 | 605978 | Information adjusting clutch cover. *tt | 08/04/1999 |
Investigations
NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | ||||||
DP96001 | MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS | 01/03/1996 | 04/23/1996 | REAR ANTI-LOCK BRAKES LOCK UP | ||
Rear anti-lock brakes lock up | ||||||
EA96004 | MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS | 04/16/1996 | 04/09/1997 | REAR BRAKE LOCKUP | ||
Consumer complaint indicates that the rear brakes lockup during normal operation. |
Consumer Complaints
Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
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AIR BAGS - FRONTAL | |||
12/30/1999 | 0 | ||
While driving vehicle about 50 mph he was involved in a frontal collision and the air bag did not deploy, causing face and chest injuries. *ak | |||
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
04/14/1998 | 30 | ||
Electrical connection between the main buss in the main fuse box and the fuse holder to the fuel pump relay fuse failed causing the vehicle to not start or to stall while driving. nlm | |||
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - SWITCH | |||
07/01/1996 | 0 | 12/20/1993 | |
The ignition switch will not turn. | |||
PARKING BRAKE - CONVENTIONAL | |||
06/01/1997 | 06/01/1995 | ||
No summary | |||
03/15/1995 | |||
Had vehicle in neutral when brake gave away hit another vehicle. tt | |||
POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY - AXLE SHAFT | |||
02/08/1999 | 4 | ||
Vehicle's rear bearings start squealing, and cannot drive more than 25 mph. dealer contacted, and stated the rear bearings were defective. incident occurred three times prior. repairs being made at owner's expense. provide further information. *ak | |||
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE | |||
06/01/1996 | |||
June of 96 the seat belt on the passenger's side detached from anchorage and could not be used. on jan. of 97 driver's side started going bad. both belts could be used ifseats were moved back as far as possible. when consumer drives she needs the seat up close. when seat is up too close belts are not long enough or they are not being released from anchorage. consumer called manufacturer who told her to take truck to vehicle to dealer and let them check it out because there's only a 3 yr. warrenty . *ak | |||
01/25/1997 | 1 | 08/15/1994 | |
Seat belt sticks when belt is inserted down side up into buckle. | |||
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | |||
While locking seat belts they become undone to due to latch not latching, consumer unable to wear seat belt. please provide further information.*ak | |||
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - PADS | |||
11/11/1997 | 0 | 10/01/1993 | |
The brake pads broke off the metal plate. when applying the brakes the vehicle will pull either right or left, causing loss of steering. *ak | |||
STRUCTURE - BODY - HOOD | |||
12/10/2002 | 93000 | 1 | 12/26/1995 |
The paint on the hood and roof has bubbled and flaked off. i purchased the truck with 8,000 miles on it. i consistently washed and waxed the truck.(waxed 5-7 times yearly). the body shop i took the truck to said this was poor quality work and they were suprised to here this was from the factory and not repair work. *la | |||
STRUCTURE - BODY - ROOF AND PILLARS | |||
12/10/2002 | 93000 | 1 | 12/26/1995 |
The paint on the hood and roof has bubbled and flaked off. i purchased the truck with 8,000 miles on it. i consistently washed and waxed the truck.(waxed 5-7 times yearly). the body shop i took the truck to said this was poor quality work and they were suprised to here this was from the factory and not repair work. *la | |||
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
01/25/1997 | 1 | 08/15/1994 | |
Throttle freezes when temperature is very cold, causing sudden acceleration. |
Car dealers selling
State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
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UT | BOUNTIFUL | MAZDA OF BOUNTIFUL |