Mazda B4000 owners have reported 6 engine and engine cooling related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 5 most common engine and engine cooling problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's check engine light on (2 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's engine knocking noise (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Check Engine Light On problems | |
| Engine Knocking Noise problems | |
| Engine Clicking And Tapping Noises problems | |
| Loud Engine Noise problems | |
| Radiator problems |
The check engine light has come on 3 times in 22000 kms the mechanic said not to go over 140km. Bought when I bought the truck the sales man never told any thing about it. I have passed cars and trucks on a four lane high way and some times you got to speed up to get buy. Read details...
Engine is getting carbon on the pistons which is causing knocking noise. Read details...
I have had a head gasket replace on this 1998 Mazda B4000 within 61,000 miles. The first head gasket replacement was 1-21-2008. Now the same thing seems to be happening at 78,100 miles are there any issues with this model? I only drive the truck to work and back which is only about 5 miles from my Read details...
A loud noise occurs in the engine compartment and becomes louder as the vehicle heats up. Dealer has not been able to diagnose the problem. Please give any further details. Read details...
B4000 truck continuously overheats. Thermostats have been replace 4 times. Truck has been worked on by certified mechanics at Ford dealership. 2002 truck overheated. There was coolant in the overflow bottle but none in the radiator. Radiator leaked and head gasket was blown. Read details...