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
Fuel system
Mazda B2000 Fuel System problems by year
8 complaints filed with NHTSA about the Mazda B2000's fuel system. Fuel pumps, leaks, injectors, fuel smells, gauges and stalling caused by fuel delivery.
Fuel System complaints by model year
Latest B2000 fuel system complaints
I would like to know where I could get any information on detailed pictures and directions and exploded views in detail on how to rebuild the carburator as well as a detail picture step by step manual on the entire vehicle. Please if any. Thanks. *Ak
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
FUEL TANK FAILURE AT WELDED SEAM.
THE FUEL TANK LEAKS GAS.*AK
Fuel tank corroded causing fuel to leak from the tank. Tt
FUEL TANK LEAKING FUEL. TT
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