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]CylindersTransmissionDriveEstimate MPG (city/highway/combined)Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined)FuelFuel costClassRelease date
( 2.3L) 4Lockup/automatic, 4 gearsRWD21/24/2223/31/26Regular$ 81912930907
( 2.3L) 4Manual, 5 gearsRWD22/26/2425/34/28Regular$ 75112930907
( 3.0L) 6Lockup/automatic, 4 gearsRWD19/24/2121/31/24Regular$ 85712930907
( 3.0L) 6Manual, 5 gearsRWD19/24/2121/31/25Regular$ 85712930907
( 4.0L) 6Lockup/automatic, 4 gearsRWD17/23/1919/29/22Regular$ 94712930907
( 4.0L) 6Manual, 5 gearsRWD18/24/2020/31/24Regular$ 90012930907
( 2.3L) 4Manual, 5 gears4WD20/23/2223/30/25Regular$ 81913930907
( 3.0L) 6Lockup/automatic, 4 gears4WD17/21/1818/27/21Regular$ 100113930907
( 3.0L) 6Manual, 5 gears4WD18/22/2020/29/23Regular$ 90013930907
( 4.0L) 6Lockup/automatic, 4 gears4WD16/21/1818/27/21Regular$ 100113930907
( 4.0L) 6Manual, 5 gears4WD18/22/1919/29/23Regular$ 94713930907

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
PARKING BRAKE - CONVENTIONAL
94V169002MAZDA (NORTH AMERICA),INCfrom 08/01/1993 to 05/01/1994V (Vehicle)4860911/04/1994ODIMAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS10/31/199411/23/1994
Defect SummaryThe 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 SummaryWhen 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 SummaryA 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.
NotesSystem: 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
96V024002MAZDA (NORTH AMERICA),INCfrom 03/01/1991 to 11/01/1993V (Vehicle)250005/21/1996ODIMAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS02/28/199602/29/1996
Defect SummaryThe 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 SummaryIf 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 SummaryDealers will replace the power brake vacuum booster assembly.
NotesSystem: 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
95V231002MAZDA (NORTH AMERICA),INCfrom 04/01/1993 to 12/01/1994V (Vehicle)200004/12/1996MFRMAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS12/20/199501/22/1996
Defect SummaryDuring 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 SummaryThe vehicle stopping distances can be increased possibly resulting in an accident.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the air intake duct and valve assembly with revised units.
NotesSystem: 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


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY
001/97G04/08/199752503Maintenance free battery - diagnostic and charging procedure. *tw08/14/1997
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - MODULE
006/9703/10/199752456Mil illumination code 332 - cold ambient tem - no driveability concern. *tw08/14/1997
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE
010030201/19/20020100401634322Subject regarding recommended engine oil. *slc09/28/2002
EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - AIR CONDITIONER
0199906/17/1999606225Customer may complain about lack of heat from the climate control system and malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0125 present. *tt08/13/1999
008/9705/19/199752497Use of a/c tracer dye. *tw08/14/1997
POWER TRAIN - CLUTCH ASSEMBLY - PEDAL/LINKAGE
01069906/01/1999605978Information adjusting clutch cover. *tt08/04/1999

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
DP96001MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS01/03/199604/23/1996REAR ANTI-LOCK BRAKES LOCK UP
 Rear anti-lock brakes lock up
EA96004MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS04/16/199604/09/1997REAR BRAKE LOCKUP
 Consumer complaint indicates that the rear brakes lockup during normal operation.

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
AIR BAGS - FRONTAL
12/30/19990
 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
04/14/199830
 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
07/01/1996012/20/1993
 The ignition switch will not turn.
PARKING BRAKE - CONVENTIONAL
06/01/199706/01/1995
 No summary
03/15/1995
 Had vehicle in neutral when brake gave away hit another vehicle. tt
POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY - AXLE SHAFT
02/08/19994
 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
01/25/1997108/15/1994
 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
11/11/1997010/01/1993
 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
12/10/200293000112/26/1995
 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
12/10/200293000112/26/1995
 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
01/25/1997108/15/1994
 Throttle freezes when temperature is very cold, causing sudden acceleration.

Car dealers selling


StateCityZipNamePhone
UTBOUNTIFULMAZDA OF BOUNTIFUL