2006 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
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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
Only 11 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
9 of 11 total reports mention: air bags.
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1. Received notification in February 2024 of open Takata inflator passenger airbag recall for inspection/replacement. 2. Contacted twice by online scheduler and twice by VM messages to service dept.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240327
TAKATA RECALL
NHTSA ODI report, 20180807
TAKATA INFLATORS AND OTHER, THEY KEEP SENDING ME CARDS AND LETTERS, WHICH WARN ME NOT TO DRIVE MY CAR. THEN THEY SAY THEY WILL TOW MY CAR AND PROVIDE ME WITH A OTHER CAR. BUT THEIR NOT DOING ANYTHING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180807
1 of 11 total reports mentions: tires.
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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MAZDA B2300. THE VEHICLE HAS MAXXIS TIRES, SIZE T145/80D16 (NA). THE CONTACT NOTICED CRACKS ON THE SIDEWALL OF THE SPARE TIRE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20070814
1 of 11 total reports mentions: suspension.
1 of 11 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.
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THIS VEHICLE WAS SMOLDERING BURNING AND SMOKE WITHOUT FIRE. I HAVE TAKEN MY VEHICLE IN FOR REPAIRS 5 TIMES FOR THE TRANSMISSION AND OTHER RELATED ISSUES. THIS VEHICLE AS HAD A NEW TRANSMISSION ADDED WITHIN TWO MONTHS OF OWNERSHIP AND IT STILL LEAKS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20060807
1 of 11 total reports mentions: power train.
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THIS VEHICLE WAS SMOLDERING BURNING AND SMOKE WITHOUT FIRE. I HAVE TAKEN MY VEHICLE IN FOR REPAIRS 5 TIMES FOR THE TRANSMISSION AND OTHER RELATED ISSUES. THIS VEHICLE AS HAD A NEW TRANSMISSION ADDED WITHIN TWO MONTHS OF OWNERSHIP AND IT STILL LEAKS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20060807
SAFETY TIMELINE
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR MAY HAVE BEEN PRODUCED WITHOUT GREASE APPLIED TO THE OUTPUT SHAFT GEAR.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE WIPER MOTOR FOR THE PRESENCE OF GREASE AND GREASE THE WIPER MOTOR GEARS IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 28, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MAZDA AT 1-800-222-5500.
Campaign 05V525000 — check if this car was fixed
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2004-2006 Mazda B-series trucks. Upon deployment of the passenger side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side frontal air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge.
Campaign 17V806000 — check if this car was fixed
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2004-2006 B-Series trucks. Upon deployment of the driver side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
Remedy: Owners are advise not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge.
Campaign 17V807000 — check if this car was fixed
Mazda is recalling certain 2006 B-series vehicles. Mazda requests owners NOT TO DRIVE these vehicles until they have been remedied. Upon deployment of the driver side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners instructing them to not drive their vehicles, and dealers will replace the front driver side air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2018.
Campaign 18V038000 — check if this car was fixed
Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2006 B-Series vehicles. Mazda is requesting owners to NOT DRIVE these vehicles until they have been remedied.
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners instructing them to not drive their vehicles, and dealers will replace the front passenger side air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2018.
Campaign 18V039000 — check if this car was fixed
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2004-2006 B-Series vehicles that received replacement front passenger air bag inflators under a previous recall.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and reinstall the front passenger air bag inflator, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 1, 2024. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6.
Campaign 23V837000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2006 Mazda B-Series Truck — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 05V525000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V806000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V807000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V038000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V039000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V837000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2006 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 2006 Mazda B-Series Truck?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 82% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 Mazda B-Series Truck have?
6 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.