- 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
1987 Mazda B2000 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 8 complaints about the 1987 Mazda B2000 with NHTSA, most often about the fuel system (5) and the body, doors & structure (2). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in April 2009 for the exterior lighting. For comparison, the 1986 has 8 and the 1988 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical B2000 year, for its age
#75 most complained-about 1987 vehicle
- Complaints
- 8
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1987 Mazda B2000 problems
Share of all 8 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1987 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 1987 Mazda B2000
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
The design and mounting of the gas tank is such that little rocks get between the mounting and the gas tank and over time wear through the coating of the tank and create a leak. Nlm
4 CYL
Noticed that fuel was leaking from the seams while filling it up. Could fill fuel tank half way. Suddenly stopped and heard it slash, and then leaked through the seams.*Ak seams seem rusted away. *Yh
Driver side & passenger side seat belt retractors failed. The driver's side is weak / the passenger side is completely broken. *Yc
The frame is cracked on both sides directly across from each other. Location: the center of the first (forward) bed body mount,it is corroded so badly I would be afraid to weld it even using long plates on each side of the box frame. The vehicle is now unusable with the bed pushing up against the cab. I am an automotive enthusiast and business major working in engineering and studying welding and chassis engineering and am competent fabricator with tig, mig and stick processes, I have knowledge about metal and cars.
FUEL TANK FAILURE AT WELDED SEAM.
FUEL TANK LEAKING FUEL. TT
When driving the truck going up to high speed truck shake service station check it and say the main frame had rusted through on both side. Tt
Mazda B2000: every year compared
All B2000 years1987 Mazda B2000 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 Mazda B2000 | 8 | 1 | F | |
| 1987 Mazda RX7 | 50 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 1987 Mazda 626 | 30 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 1987 Mazda 323 | 8 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 1987 Mazda Mazda Truck | 5 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1987 Mazda B2200 | 2 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1987 Mazda B2600 | 2 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 1987 Mazda MX6 | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1987 Mazda B Series | 1 | 0 | B | 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 1987 Mazda B2000
Does the 1987 Mazda B2000 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1987 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 1987 Mazda B2000?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the fuel system (5), body, doors & structure (2), seats & seat belts (1).
How many complaints has the 1987 Mazda B2000 had?
8 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on March 3, 1995 and the latest on October 13, 2000. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1987 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 1987 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