VehicleVerdict

1995 Mazda B-Series Truck problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 54 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 1.9 times the median B-Series Truck year — the 1995 model ranks #8 of 20 B-Series Truck years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

Brakes leads the complaint categories with 16 reports (30% of the total).

54

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

10

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

9

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 1995 compare to other B-Series Truck years?

B-Series Truck NHTSA complaints by model year, 1995 highlighted157 complaints1990: 22 complaints1991: 15 complaints1992: 14 complaints1993: 18 complaints1994: 157 complaints1995: 54 complaints1996: 73 complaints1997: 64 complaints1998: 81 complaints1999: 96 complaints2000: 74 complaints2001: 55 complaints2002: 31 complaints2003: 25 complaints2004: 26 complaints2005: 17 complaints2006: 14 complaints2007: 37 complaints2008: 11 complaints2009: 4 complaints
B-Series Truck NHTSA complaints by model year, 1995 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

See all B-Series Truck years to avoid →

What are the most common 1995 Mazda B-Series Truck problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Brakes1630%
Visibility & Wipers1222%
Airbags59%
Electrical System59%
Steering47%
Seat Belts47%
Engine24%
Body & Structure24%
Lighting24%
Fuel System12%
Transmission12%

Does the 1995 Mazda B-Series Truck have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

09V414000Speed ControlOctober 23, 2009 · 39,600 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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.

00T005000Tires & WheelsAugust 21, 2000 · 14,400,000 units

Defect

TIRE DESCRIPTION: FIRESTONE WILDERNESS AT, SIZE P235/75R15, PRODUCED AT THE DECATUR, ILLINOIS TIRE PLANT AND ALL FIRESTONE RADIAL ATX AND RADIAL ATX II TIRES, SIZE P235/75R15. OPERATION OF THESE TIRES AT LOW INFLATION PRESSURES, HIGH SPEED, AND IN HOT WEATHER, CAN CONTRIBUTE TO SEPARATION OF THE TIRE TREAD.

Consequence

IF THE TREAD SEPARATES FROM THE TIRE, THE DRIVER CAN LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH CAUSING INJURY OR DEATH.

Remedy

THE REPLACEMENT/REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM FOR THIS CAMPAIGN EXPIRED ON AUGUST 29, 2001. HOWEVER, CUSTOMERS SHOULD CONTACT FIRESTONE CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-465-1904 FOR POSSIBLE ASSISTANCE.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“WHILE DRIVING SUDDENLY WINDSHIELD WASHERS CAME ON, SPRAYED WASHER SOLUTION ON WINDSHIELD, SOMETIMES WIPERS ALSO COME ON, IMPAIRING DRIVER'S VISION, VEHICLE RAN OFF ROAD INTO DITCH. ALSO REAR BRAKES LOCKED UP, CORRECTED BY DEALER. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · November 15, 1995 · crash

“WHILE DRIVING SUDDENLY WINDSHIELD WASHERS CAME ON, SPRAYED WASHER SOLUTION ON WINDSHIELD, SOMETIMES WIPERS ALSO COME ON, IMPAIRING DRIVER'S VISION, VEHICLE RAN OFF ROAD INTO DITCH. ALSO REAR BRAKES LOCKED UP, CORRECTED BY DEALER. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Visibility & Wipers · November 15, 1995 · crash

“VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION. IMPACT WAS ESTIMATED AT 30 MPH, AND AIR BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY. DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. PROVIDE FURTHER DETAIL. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · April 24, 1999 · crash

“UPON COLLISION AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY W/SHOULDER/LAP BELT FAILING TO RESTRAIN PASSENGER. TRUCK TOTALED BY INSURANCE COMPANY. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Seat Belts · October 23, 1995 · crash

1995 Mazda B-Series Truck — common questions

Is the 1995 Mazda B-Series Truck reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 54 complaints put the 1995 model at #8 of 20 B-Series Truck years. It is one of the B-Series Truck years to avoid.

What are the most common 1995 B-Series Truck problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are brakes (16 complaints), visibility & wipers (12 complaints), airbags (5 complaints).

Does the 1995 Mazda B-Series Truck have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 1995 Mazda B-Series Truck. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Mazda B-Series Truck years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the B-Series Truck years to avoid are 1994, 1999, 1998, 2000, 1996, 1997, 2001, 1995, 2004, 2005. The cleanest record among B-Series Truck years belongs to 2009.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.