Does the 2004 Mazda B-Series Truck have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2004 Mazda B-Series Truck, the most recent reported on December 12, 2023 (Air bags: frontal, passenger side, inflator module). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Mazda B-Series Truck?

Owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (20 complaints), followed by structure (3).

How many 2004 Mazda B-Series Truck complaints mention a crash or fire?

3 of 24 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 5 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2004 Mazda B-Series Truck recalls and problems

3 recalls and 24 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2004 Mazda B-Series Truck.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2004 Mazda B-Series Truck recalls

Air bags: frontal, passenger side, inflator module

NHTSA campaign 23V837000 · reported December 12, 2023 · Mazda North American Operations · 12,741 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2004-2006 B-Series vehicles that received replacement front passenger air bag inflators under a previous recall. The replacement front passenger air bag inflators may have been installed incorrectly.
The risk: An incorrectly installed inflator may not properly inflate the passenger air bag, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and reinstall the front passenger air bag inflator, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 1, 2024. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6423L.

Air bags: frontal, passenger side, inflator module

NHTSA campaign 17V806000 · reported December 14, 2017 · Mazda North American Operations · 17,576 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2004-2006 Mazda B-series trucks. Upon deployment of the passenger side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
The risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants, potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side frontal air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began on January 17, 2018. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1817L. Note: This recall supersedes recall 15V-346. Vehicles that received a replacement air bag inflator under the previous campaign need to return to a dealer to have an alternate inflator installed.

Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module

NHTSA campaign 17V807000 · reported December 14, 2017 · Mazda North American Operations · 17,576 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2004-2006 B-Series trucks. Upon deployment of the driver side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
The risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix: Owners are advise not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began on January 17, 2018. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1917L. Note: This recall supersedes recall 16V-048. Vehicles that received a replacement air bag inflator under the previous campaign need to return to a dealer to have an alternate inflator installed.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Air bags20
Structure3
Service brakes, hydraulic1
Suspension1
Tires1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Feb 26, 2024 · Suspension
Chassis is rusting out. Drivers side rear spring shackle, bracket fell off and need to be replaced costing me about $500.00. Mazda b2300 is also a Ford Ranger which also has similar issues. My truck has about 170,000 miles on the odometer. The drive train is strong; idles and runs smooth, does not burn oil.

Feb 2, 2021 · Air bags
AIRBAGS CHANGED IN MAZDA RECALL. BAG SWITCH ON DASH WONT TURN ON.

Jun 11, 2018 · Air bags
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MAZDA B-SERIES TRUCK. THE CONTACT RECEIVED RECALL NOTIFICATIONS FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 17V806000 (AIR BAGS) AND 17V807000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR…

Mar 19, 2018 · Air bags · 2,038,000 miles
TAKATA RECALL RECEIVED NOTICE AND WAS TOLD AIR BAGS WOULD BE REPLACED BUT WOULD NOT CHECK DASH LIGHT SENSOR THIER WOULD BE A CHARGE FOR IT. SO HOW DO I KNOW IF THE REPAIR WAS DONE PROPERLY. IF LIGHT INDICATOR IS STILL ON HOW CAN THIS BE CONSIDERED REPAIRED IF THE DON'T REPAIR ALL ASPECTS OF EXISTING CONDITIONS ALL…

Feb 13, 2018 · Air bags
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MAZDA B23. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 17V807000 (AIR BAGS) AND 17V806000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIRS WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIRS…

B-Series Truck model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2001	3	37	1	1
2002	2	28	5	0
2003	1	21	3	2
2004	3	24	3	0
2005	3	16	1	0
2006	6	11	0	0
2007	3	37	0	1

Across all years, the 2000 B-Series Truck has the most complaints (58). All Mazda B-Series Truck years →

Questions

Does the 2004 Mazda B-Series Truck have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2004 Mazda B-Series Truck, the most recent reported on December 12, 2023 (Air bags: frontal, passenger side, inflator module). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Mazda B-Series Truck?: Owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (20 complaints), followed by structure (3).
How many 2004 Mazda B-Series Truck complaints mention a crash or fire?: 3 of 24 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 5 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received February 26, 2024.