1992 Mazda B-Series Truck
Only 11 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 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 16 |
| 1991 | 14 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 122 |
| 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 11 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
3 of 11 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
REAR ABS BRAKES LOCKED UP , RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19951207
ABS: UNDER NORMAL BRAKING, REAR ANTI LOCK BRAKES LOCK UP; NOT PULSATING AS INTENDED; LOT WORSE AT 55 MPH AND ABOVE; NO WARNING; CAUSED ACCIDENT. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950725
2 of 11 total reports mention: wheels.
Show complaint excerpts
CONSTANT LOSS OF TIRE AIR PRESSURE...CRACKS ON WHEEL WELDS. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20120816
2 of 11 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
ENGINE HEAD GASKET FAILED, CAUSING ENGINE TO SMOKE/POOR VISIBILITY/ACCIDENT. *SKD
NHTSA ODI report, 19950413
1 of 11 total reports mentions: visibility.
1 of 11 total reports mentions: tires.
SAFETY TIMELINE
WHEEL CRACKING
THE STEEL SPOKED WHEEL ASSEMBLIES INSTALLED AS STANDARD EQUIPMENT OR OFFERED AS AN OPTION ON THESE VEHICLES WERE IMPROPERLY WELDED DURING ASSEMBLY OF THE WHEEL RIM TO DISK, WHICH CAN CAUSE CRACKS IN T
Remedy: MAZDA DEALERS WILL REPLACE ALL FOUR WHEELS WITHOUT CHARGE.
Campaign 92V139000 — check if this car was fixed
SEPARATION OF MASTER CYLINDER
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
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1992 Mazda B-Series Truck — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for wheels issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 92V139000 (wheels) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06E026000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06E049000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL
BEST YEARS
WORST YEARS
FAQ
Is the 1992 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 1992 Mazda B-Series Truck?
The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1992 Mazda B-Series Truck have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.