- The problem
- Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." These lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
- The risk
- Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on may 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.
Vehicle safety record
1986 Mazda B2000 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 8 complaints about the 1986 Mazda B2000 with NHTSA, most often about the body, doors & structure (3) and the seats & seat belts (3). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in April 2009 for the exterior lighting. For comparison, the 1987 has 8.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical B2000 year, for its age
#64 most complained-about 1986 vehicle
- Complaints
- 8
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1986 Mazda B2000 problems
Share of all 8 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1986 Mazda B2000 recalls 1
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
What owners say
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8 complaints about the 1986 Mazda B2000
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
THE FUEL TANK LEAKS GAS.*AK
The driver seat belt is locked into the retractor. Please describe . *Ak
Both frames under vehicle rotted/broke; caused bed of truck to detached from cab. Tt
Fuel tank corroded causing fuel to leak from the tank. Tt
The front passenger side seatbelt does not retract and will not let her install her child safety seat. Please describe. Tt
Vehicles complete body frame is rusted and cab and bed separate without body rust. Tt
Drivers side seat belt fails to stay latch when driving vehicle. Tt
ENTIRE UNDER FRAME IS RUSTED WITH HOLES. TT
Mazda B2000: every year compared
All B2000 years1986 Mazda B2000 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 Mazda B2000 | 8 | 1 | F | |
| 1986 Mazda 626 | 16 | 2 | A | Compare |
| 1986 Mazda RX7 | 12 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 1986 Mazda 323 | 4 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1986 Mazda MX6 | 2 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1986 Mazda B Series | 2 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1986 Mazda Mazda | 1 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 1986 Mazda RX2 | 1 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 1986 Mazda Mazda Truck | 1 | 0 | F | 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 1986 Mazda B2000
Does the 1986 Mazda B2000 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1986 Mazda B2000: exterior lighting (April 2009). 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 1986 Mazda B2000?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the body, doors & structure (3), seats & seat belts (3), fuel system (2).
How many complaints has the 1986 Mazda B2000 had?
8 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on January 5, 1995 and the latest on June 12, 1996. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1986 Mazda B2000 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 12 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Mazda B2000 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 B2000 years have the most complaints?
1986 (8), 1987 (8), 1984 (2). See every Mazda B2000 year compared.
What should I do if my 1986 Mazda B2000 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