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2003 Mazda B-Series recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2003 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Vehicle speed control | 1 |
Safety recalls1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Oct 23, 200909V414000 | Vehicle speed control: cruise controlA VEHICLE FIRE COULD OCCUR WITH OR WITHOUT THE ENGINE RUNNING. DetailsHide details for campaign 09V414000
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Owner complaints by component22
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 4 | 18 |
| Air bags | 3 | 14 |
| Power train | 3 | 14 |
| Fuel system | 3 | 14 |
| Gasoline | 3 | 14 |
| Exterior lighting | 2 | 9 |
| Unknown or other | 2 | 9 |
| Tires | 2 | 9 |
| Structure | 1 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 5 |
| Suspension | 1 | 5 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 5 |
| Hydraulic | 1 | 5 |
| Steering | 1 | 5 |
| Visibility | 1 | 5 |
1 more component with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Electrical system
“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.”
- Electrical system
“The electrical system shut down while I was driving, turning off air conditioner, radio, interior lights, and turn indicator. The dash lit up abs, airbag, and cruise control indicators.”
- Air bags
“Takata recall is not being done fast enough. This recall began over a year ago in january 2016. We have yet to receive a letter telling us to schedule an appointment for repair.”
Other Mazda B-Series model years
- 20073 recalls37 complaints
- 20066 recalls11 complaints
- 20053 recalls16 complaints
- 20043 recalls24 complaints
- 20031 recall21 complaints
- 20022 recalls28 complaints
- 20013 recalls37 complaints
- 20002 recalls58 complaints
All years: 2009 · 2008 · 2007 · 2006 · 2005 · 2004 · 2003 · 2002 · 2001 · 2000
Other Mazda models
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- 2003 Tribute6 recalls199 complaints
- 2003 MPV4 recalls113 complaints
- 2003 MX-5 Miata1 recall14 complaints
- 2003 Protege0 recalls120 complaints
- 2004 Mazda32 recalls145 complaints
- 2013 CX-51 recall194 complaints
- 2007 CX-95 recalls86 complaints
- 2007 CX-74 recalls528 complaints
- 2004 RX-810 recalls490 complaints
- 2024 CX-9011 recalls455 complaints
- 2006 Mazda52 recalls78 complaints
2003 Mazda B-Series recall questions
How many recalls does the 2003 Mazda B-Series have?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2003 Mazda B-Series. The most recent, 09V414000 (reported October 23, 2009), concerns vehicle speed control. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2003 Mazda B-Series?
Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 4 complaints out of 22 filed with NHTSA (18%). Across all complaints, owners reported 3 crashs and 2 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2003 Mazda B-Series?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mazda recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Mazda dealer.
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