1996 Mazda B-Series Truck vs 1998 Mazda B-Series Truck
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 Mazda B-Series Truck | 1998 Mazda B-Series Truck |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 55 | 67 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 90 | 120 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mazda B-Series Truck | Mazda B-Series Truck |
|---|---|---|
| Tires | 7 | 19 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 13 |
| Visibility | 12 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 0 | 9 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 3 |
| Suspension | 4 | 4 |
| Power Train | 3 | 5 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 5 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 5 |
1996 Mazda B-Series Truck
1998 Mazda B-Series Truck
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.