2000 Mazda B-Series Truck recalls and problems

The 2000 Mazda B-Series Truck has 2 safety recalls and 58 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Mazda dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
58
Crashes / fires
7 / 3
Injuries / deaths
5 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2000 Mazda B-Series Truck vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2000 Mazda B-Series Truck recalls

Recall 07V-347: Vehicle Speed Control

Reported Aug 7, 2007 · 76,000 vehicles affected · MAZDA MOTOR CORP

Problem: On certain trucks equipped with a speed control system, the speed control deactivation switch may, under certain conditions, leak internally and then overheat, smoke, or burn.

Risk: This could result in an underhood fire.

Fix: Dealers will install a fused wiring harness. An interim notice was sent to owners on september 7, 2007, directing them to have the speed deactivation control switch disconnected temporarily. A second notification letter to owners was in february 2008 advising them to return to dealers for installation of the repair part. Owners of affected vehicles who did not receive a phase 2 notice and have not had the recall completed will be notified beginning august 6, 2008. Owners may contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.

Recall 00V-228: Seat Belts

Reported Aug 18, 2000 · 460 vehicles affected · MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS

Problem: Vehicle description: light duty trucks equipped with trw seat belt buckle assemblies. The buckle base of these seat belt assemblies were not properly heat treated and therefore do not pass the load bearing requirement of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, "seat belt assemblies."

Risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, the occupant may not be properly restrained.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the buckle assemblies to determine whether the buckle assembly build date codes are within the suspect range. Those within the suspect date code range will be replaced.

2000 Mazda B-Series Truck problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Tires15
Power Train13
Steering7
Structure5
Suspension5
Seats4
Air Bags4
Visibility3
Exterior Lighting2
Unknown or Other2
Electrical System2
Seat Belts2

Most reported parts

  • Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 7
  • Structure › Frame and Members — 3
  • Suspension › Front — 3
  • Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft — 3
  • Tires › Tread/Belt — 2
  • Steering › Rack and Pinion — 2
  • Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist › Power Steering Fluid — 2
  • Air Bags › Frontal — 2

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 75,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2000 Mazda B-Series Truck complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Seats · at 182,091 miles · reported Feb 22, 2016
"takata recall" my seat broke from the bottom piece thereon the part that reclines theres a bar that goes across no cant really sit on there right the vehicle wasbnot in motion as it was parked happend when I was getting on...
Engine · at 400,000 miles · reported Sep 13, 2013
The contact owns a 2000 mazda b3000. The contact stated that the vehicle unexpectedly caught on fire while it was parked in a residential driveway. The vehicle was towed to a salvage yard and was not diagnosed to determine the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the incident. A police/fire report was not filed. The approximate failure mileage was 400,000.
Structure · at 97,000 miles · reported Dec 12, 2009
Frame rusted out, rusted tire carrier, and rear leaf spring mounts. Unsafe truck until we temporarily fixed the problem because mazda would not. Frame should last longer than 8 years after being in heated garage.
Tires · at 22,000 miles · reported May 31, 2008
The vehicle has several safety issues. 1. The door ajar light on dash repeatedly comes on as well as inside light while driving. This problem has occurred since vehicle was new and never repaired correctly by mazda facility. 2. Truck has original wilderness ht tires from firestone, with 22,000 miles on them, and just had vibration and veering to right. Found ball on tread of drivers side steer tire, where apparently the tread is separating from the tire. The DOT code on these tires is w2uu ipo479, p225/70r15 100s. This model was not included in the 2000 recall, although I recently learned the…
Tires · at 85,000 miles · reported Oct 20, 2005
Driver felt vibration wile driving in fast lane, driver then lost control and collided into another vehicle. The consumer lost control of the truck due to tire tread separation. The tire brand was firestone. The driver of the other vehicle was injured.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Mazda B-Series Truck have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2000 Mazda B-Series Truck: 07V-347 (vehicle speed control), 00V-228 (seat belts). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 Mazda B-Series Truck?

Owners report tires problems most often (15 reports), followed by power train (13). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 75,000 miles.

Are Mazda recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mazda dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.