2000 Mazda B-Series Truck
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| 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
21% of complaints: tires — 12 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE12% of complaints: power train — 7 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: suspension — 3 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: structure — 3 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20000822
5% of complaints: power train — 3 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
TIRE DESCRIPTION: FIRESTONE WILDERNESS AT, SIZE P235/75R15, PRODUCED AT THE DECATUR, ILLINOIS TIRE PLANT AND ALL FIRESTONE RADIAL ATX AND RADIAL ATX II TIRES, SIZE P235/75R15. OPERATION OF THESE TIR
Remedy: THE REPLACEMENT/REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM FOR THIS CAMPAIGN EXPIRED ON AUGUST 29, 2001. HOWEVER, CUSTOMERS SHOULD CONTACT FIRESTONE CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-465-1904 FOR POSSIBLE ASSISTANCE.
Campaign 00T005000 — check if this car was fixed
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
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 00V228002 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: 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 SEC
Campaign 07V347000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2000 Mazda B-Series Truck — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for tires issues (12 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 00T005000 (tires) has been completed.
- Verify recall 00V228002 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07V347000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2000 Mazda B-Series Truck reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2000 Mazda B-Series Truck is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Mazda B-Series Truck?
The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 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.