My truck sat for a while I charged the Batt. I drove to the landfill in Tehachapi Ca. It ran fine. I unloaded the trash the engine idled for 30+min. The landfill had debris on the ground. The truck ran fine back to town. I had 3/4 fuel. I decided to fill up at the Loves gas station I filled it all the way 2 clicks I think. I started up the truck after fueling it ran terribly I had a flashing check engine light. I drove home 2milles when home the truck was on 🔥 FIRE!! I turned off engine. Put lots of h20 on fire. Disconnected Batt put more h20. I don't know if it started at gas station or in between. I can ask neighbors. The fire was under the driver's seat underneath the truck. I don't know if it was damaged by debris at the dump there was lots of [XXX] on the ground. It has not been inspected yet. I have not started any repairs. No police report. No damage to any one or property (except my truck). It is in my driveway and can be inspected there or towed. No pictures but I can take some. I am glad it didn't cause the gas station to go up in flames. Yes I have it insurance. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
The worst 2003 Mazda B-Series Truck problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical4
- Airbags3
- Fuel system3
- Transmission3
- Lights2
Problems by type
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- Electrical4
- Airbags3
- Fuel system3
- Transmission3
- Lights2
- Tires2
- Acceleration1
- Body1
- Brakes1
- Steering1
- Suspension1
- Visibility1
Trouble codes owners of the 2003 Mazda B-Series Truck mention
B3000 2
Recalls 1
Vehicle speed control: cruise control
- What is wrong
- Mazda is recalling model year 1995 through 1997 and model year 2001 through 2003 trucks equipped with texas instruments speed control deactivation switch (scds) and/or anti-lock brake system (ABS) and manufactured on or before december 5, 2002. A component of the cruise control deactivation switch may deteriorate over time and develop a leak. This occurrence could cause the switch to overheat, smoke or burn which could result in an under hood fire.
- Risk
- A vehicle fire could occur with or without the engine running.
- Remedy
- Mazda will notify owners that dealers will install a universal fused jumper harness on the cruise control deactivation switch free of charge. The safety recall began on december 11, 2009. Owners may contact mazda at 1‑800‑222‑5500 option #6.
Recall number 09V414000 · Recall details
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Defect investigations
Brake lights inoperative
This pe was opened based on technical service bulletin (tsb) #05-6-19 issued by ford motor company and service bulletin #09-008/5 issued by mazda motor corporation to address concerns of the center high mounted stop light (chmsl) wiring harness chaffing. The tsb's affected the ford super cab and mazda cab plus vehicles only.service technicians contacted the ford hotline because it was difficult for the technicians to diagnose and locate the cause of the inoperative brake lights.ford and mazda issued the tsb's to aid technicians in the identification and repair of the wire chafe condition.of all warranty claims submitted to ford for brake lamp failure, ford identified only 120 that were related to wire chafe near the chmsl, and most (115 of the 120) were reported for the super cab chmsl. Odi's review of ford's warranty claims and complaint data reveals a declining trend for the super cab and that trend closely parallels the trend for the standard cab as well.a safety-related defect has not been identified at this time and further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted.accordingly, this investigation is closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by the federal safety agency that no safety-related defect exists.the agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.
PE05066
Technical service bulletins for the 2003 Mazda B-Series Truck 110
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This bulletin supersedes the previously issued bulletin(s) listed below
- Product Quality Information (PQI) DESCRIPTION Service Information MT-041/12 is no longer valid
- This Service Alert supersedes the previously issued SA listed below: The changes are noted in Red....
- In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer
- Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems
- Speedometer replacement procedure
- Some customers may complain of signs of oil on the struts or shock absorbers
- Some customers may experience a squeaking noise may be heard from the exhaust manifold when the idle speed...
- In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer.
- This service bulletin provides testing and charging procedures in order to promote proper battery...
What 2003 Mazda B-Series Truck owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The electrical system shut down while I was driving, turning off air conditioner, radio, interior lights, and turn indicator. The dash lit up ABS, airbag, and cruise control indicators. When I stopped, I turned off the engine and turned the key to power without starting engine and found the electrical working again. I tried driving again and the electrical system worked for a short time and went off again. When it first happened, I was driving straight on a city street
Takata recall is not being done fast enough. This recall began over a year ago in january 2016. We have yet to receive a letter telling us to schedule an appointment for repair. The recall says it is dangerous and to have it done as soon as possible yet according to their schedule...we are not even close to being able to do it in over a year. We need to get to work in this vehicle every day. Unacceptable.
Whole unbody frame is rusted
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 mazda b-series truck. The contact stated that the ignition switch failed intermittently. The contact mentioned that a neutral safety switch was installed and the failure progressed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 31,777. The VIN was not provided.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 mazda b3000. The contact stated that the brake lights were inoperable. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the technician was not able to diagnose a failure. The manufacture was not notified about the failure. The failure mileage was 170,000 and the current mileage was 180,000.
15" dunlop tire, looked like it was barley used still had the numbs on it. Middle of tire tread peeled off, sending the back end of our truck sideways then rolling in a deep embankment. Truck totaled. Will give more info.
Bf goodrich p225/70/r15 blew out on the sidewall, totally separating from wheel. Contacted bfg only to be told tire is on backorder, called 3 months later was told tire is discontinued. I have full warranty on tire but bfg refuses to honor their obligation.
My 2003 mazda b3000 pickup spontaneously shifted from neutral into reverse and crashed the (driver's side) open door into the inside wall of my garage. The vehicle was idling and unoccupied, and the parking brake was not engaged. The force of the crash was enough to bend the door. I called the local police department, but was informed that they do not issue report numbers for minor losses incurred on private property. I am filing this report in view of the potential for serious bodily harm, death, or major property damage associated with a spontaneous shifting from neutral into a gear, so that the vehicle travels without any occupants, and poses the risk of crashing.
The right front brake line on the truck ruptured during breaking. Luckily this happened in a parking lot, so there was no damage or injuries.
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Questions about the 2003 Mazda B-Series Truck
Is the 2003 Mazda B-Series Truck reliable?
Owners have filed 21 complaints about the 2003 Mazda B-Series Truck, close to a typical B-Series Truck model year.
What is the 2003 Mazda B-Series Truck year score?
The 2003 Mazda B-Series Truck scores 68 out of 100 (average). The score compares it with the other model years of the Mazda B-Series Truck: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2003 Mazda B-Series Truck?
Electrical system, with 4 complaints. Next is airbags (3).
How many recalls does the 2003 Mazda B-Series Truck have?
1 recall, covering vehicle speed control.
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