Structure Problems of Mazda B-series Truck

Mazda B-series Truck owners have reported 11 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's body (6 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's frame rust (4 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Structure related problems of Mazda B-series Truck

Problem Category Number of Problems
Body problems
6
Frame Rust problems
4
Underbody Shield problems
1

Recently reported Structure problems of Mazda B-series Truck

The Body problem

My truck sat for a while I charged the batt. I drove to the landfill in tehachapi CA. It ran fine. I unloaded the trash the engine idled for 30+min. The landfill had debris on the ground. The truck ran fine back to town. I had 3/4 fuel.   Read details...

The Frame Rust problem

Entire truck body frame is rusting out, fuel tank brackets rusted out, seat cushion support on drivers side broken   Read details...

The Underbody Shield problem

Discovered the right rear spring hanger had rusted off the frame of the truck. Further inspection has found the frame is so badly rusted that repair of the spring hanger is not possible due to the overall condition of the frame. Simply put, the frame has rotted and pieces fall of as you drive.   Read details...




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