1990 Mazda B-Series Truck
Only 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 16 |
| 1991 | 14 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 126 |
| 1995 | 42 |
| 1996 | 55 |
| 1997 | 52 |
| 1998 | 67 |
| 1999 | 78 |
| 2000 | 58 |
| 2001 | 37 |
| 2002 | 28 |
| 2003 | 21 |
| 2004 | 24 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 37 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 4 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 16 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
6 of 16 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.
4 of 16 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly.
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RAW GAS FUMES COMIMG FROM VEHICLE WHICH MADE DRIVER ILL, REPLACED PCV/INSTALLED CANISTER. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19950316
THE FUEL TANK RUSTED OUT. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950302
3 of 16 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
WHILE IN AN ACCIDENT SEAT BELT BROKE OFF, CAUSING INJURY TO DRIVER. PLEASE PROVE FURTHER INFORMATON. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19991220
1 of 16 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing glass, side/rear.
1 of 16 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing cruise control.
SAFETY TIMELINE
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER S
Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
Campaign 06E026000 — check if this car was fixed
CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE N
Remedy: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.
Campaign 06E049000 — check if this car was fixed
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONF
Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
Campaign 09E012000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1990 Mazda B-Series Truck — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 06E026000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06E049000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 09E012000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1990 Mazda B-Series Truck reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1990 Mazda B-Series Truck?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1990 Mazda B-Series Truck have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.