- The problem
- Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 1989-1998 MPV, 1990-1995 323, 1990-1998 Protege, 1992-1993 MX-3, 1993-1995 929, 1993-1997 MX-6, and 1993-1998 626 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, grease applied to the contact points inside the ignition switch may become conductive and overheat.
- The risk
- If the ignition switch overheats there would be an increased risk of a fire.
- The fix
- Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. The recall began on December 17, 2015. Owners may contact Mazda Customer Experience Center at 1-800-222-5500, option#6. Mazda's number for this recall is 8715J.
Vehicle safety record
1992 Mazda 323 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 15 complaints about the 1992 Mazda 323 with NHTSA, most often about the seats & seat belts (13) and the electrical system (1). Those complaints describe 1 crash and 3 injuries. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in October 2015 for the switch. For comparison, the 1991 has 20 and the 1993 has 10.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical 323 year, for its age
#126 most complained-about 1992 vehicle
- Complaints
- 15
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 3
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1992 Mazda 323 problems
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1992 Mazda 323 recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with front seat automatic shoulder belts. The rail of the automatic shoulder belt can wear sufficiently such that the cable which retracts the buckle assembly can become jammed in the rail rendering the shoulder belt inoperative.
- The risk
- A seat occupant may not be properly restrained in the event of a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the passive shoulder belt assembly with a modified one (with additional dust lip) in vehicles which have experienced a problem. In vehicles in which the automatic shoulder belt functions properly, the rails will be inspected and replaced with modified rails if they exceed the inspection criteria.
What owners say
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15 complaints about the 1992 Mazda 323
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Driver's side seatbelt buckle will not stay latched. Dealer notified. *Ak the consumer states that the passenger side seat belt does not work properly and the driver side seat belt does not work and is of track, with a wire exposed. (Able to use both lap belts, but the automatic part which goes across the chest are inoperable) the motor runs constantly on the driver's side, when the key is in the ignition. *Scc
Driver's seatbelt stopped working, stuck in track. *Ak
Seatbelt rail was faulty per recall notice 97v-211 and there were no parts available, the dealer has not been able to remedy the defect within a reasonable amount of time. Nlm
Intermittley driver shoulder belt locks up while in use which causes the driver not able to move safety, and may result a loss of vehicle control. Retractor is broken and need to replace. Please provide further information.*Ak
Seat belt restraints often do not retract upon opening of door,once it retracted so tightly on my son I had a very difficult time getting him out. Also the seat belt warning light goes off intermittantly even though we are properly belted. I do not trust these belts to keep us safe in an accident.
Ongoing problem with seat belt buzzer going off. Consumer had repairs done approximately two year ago, and problem reoccurred again. Dealer/mfr. Notified and refused to repair unless cost goes to consumer. *Ak
GREAT CAR, NEVER SPENT A DIME ON IT.
Ea94039, the driver's side seat belt is stuck in the retractor in the forward position. The problem has not been corrected. *Ak
The driver's side seat belt makes noise and the passenger's side stopped and cable is coming loose . Please describe .*Ak
On both sides of vehicle shoulder seat belts are stuck and only meeting half way. *Ak
Failure on the driver and passenger side seats, the seat reclined to the back of the vehicle when the consumer was involved in a accident. *Ak
Auto restraint system failed malfunction of the passive restraint system ea94-039. Tt
The front driver and passenger side seat belt retractor locked up, consumer's daughter was in car and retractor locked up on her. Tt
Bolt to rear spindle bent, causing spindle to break off. *Skd
Passenger side lap/shoulder belt will not retract intermittently, and when close over retract, ea94-039 active. Tt
Mazda 323: every year compared
All 323 years1992 Mazda 323 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 Mazda 323 | 15 | 2 | C | |
| 1992 Mazda Protege | 65 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 1992 Mazda MPV | 61 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 1992 Mazda MX-3 | 47 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1992 Mazda 929 | 36 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 23 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1992 Mazda 626 | 19 | 1 | B | Compare |
| 1992 Mazda B-2200 | 13 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 1992 Mazda Navajo | 12 | 4 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1992 Mazda 323
Does the 1992 Mazda 323 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1992 Mazda 323: switch (October 2015); webbing (November 1997). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1992 Mazda 323?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the seats & seat belts (13), electrical system (1), engine & cooling (1).
How many complaints has the 1992 Mazda 323 had?
15 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on April 17, 1995 and the latest on July 26, 2002. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 3 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1992 Mazda 323 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 42 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Mazda 323 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Mazda 323 years have the most complaints?
1989 (38), 1988 (35), 1991 (20). See every Mazda 323 year compared.
What should I do if my 1992 Mazda 323 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data