2007 Mazda B Series Problems

Good Record

Used MAZDA B SERIES shoppers should review this model-year complaint and recall record before making an offer. Based on 37 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Airbag Malfunctions the most reported area.

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Before you buy

This 2007 Mazda B Series has 37 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Airbag Malfunctions.

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37
Complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Injuries
Fatalities
Recalls
Quick Answer

Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2007 Mazda B Series has 37 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Airbag Malfunctions. NHTSA reliability signal: Good Record.

2007 Mazda B Series — key reliability facts
Make
Mazda
Model
B Series
Model year
2007
NHTSA owner complaints
37
Crash-related complaints
0
Safety recall campaigns
0
Top reported component
Airbag Malfunctions
Reliability signal
Good Record

Common problems

Most common 2007 Mazda B Series problems

Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.

#1
36
complaints

Airbag Malfunctions

#2
1
complaints

Engine Problems

Fires:1

Complaint patterns center on Airbag Malfunctions, Engine Problems. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.

Buyer verdict

Should you buy a used 2007 Mazda B Series?

This MAZDA B SERIES year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection.

Model-year complaint trends can reveal recurring trouble spots before you spend money on inspections, financing, or repairs.

May Suit

This year may suit buyers who prioritize complete maintenance records and pass a pre-purchase inspection.

May Want to Avoid

Buyers who want a lower-risk ownership profile may prefer comparing nearby model years before committing.

Pre-purchase

What to check before buying a used 2007 Mazda B Series

Inspection Focus

  • Inspect the most frequently reported complaint components on this model year
  • Confirm recall repairs were completed and documented
  • Check for accident damage, title brands, and mileage inconsistencies on the exact VIN

Before You Close the Deal

  • Run a VIN check on the specific vehicle you are considering
  • Verify all open recalls are completed at nhtsa.gov/recalls
  • Request service records for the most-reported complaint components
  • Have a certified mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase

Check the exact car

Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.

Before buying a used 2007 Mazda B Series, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.

AI verdict

What the complaint data suggests

Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology

The MAZDA B SERIES has 37 NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. This data reflects owner-reported issues submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Recall context: No recalls are currently on record in this dataset, but buyers should still verify recall status by VIN because campaigns can be added later.

Key Findings
  • 37 total complaints filed with NHTSA
  • 0 federal recall campaigns
  • No crash-related complaints on record
Top Concerns
  • Review NHTSA complaint history for the most-reported components
  • Check recall completion status at nhtsa.gov/recalls
  • Verify service records for frequently complained components
Data note: NHTSA complaints are consumer-submitted and do not confirm a manufacturing defect Complaint volume is influenced by sales volume — popular models naturally accumulate more complaints

Full breakdown

All 2007 Mazda B Series complaints by category

Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2007 Mazda B Series. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresAvg MileageVolume
Airbag Malfunctions36
Engine Problems11

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.

In their words

Real owner complaints

Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2007 Mazda B Series. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.

Showing 37 most recent complaints

Airbag MalfunctionsDec 2, 2024

This is a complaint about Mazda. I have brought my vehicle in 3 times, after they confirmed an appointment and stated they had the part. All three times it appears whoever makes the appointment doesn’t communicate with the dealer Service Center. I have the FOURTH appointment this…

Airbag MalfunctionsSep 14, 2023

Recall never fixed

Airbag MalfunctionsMar 29, 2022

Takata Recall. The contact owns a 2007 Mazda B-Series Truck. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V162000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount…

Airbag MalfunctionsMay 6, 2021

I RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FROM MAZDA. I AM IN HAWAII. MAZDA HAS MOVED OFF OF THIS ISLAND. I CAN NOT GET IN TOUCH WITH ANYONE AT MAZDA AS THEIR 800-222-5500 NUMBER DOES NOT ANSWER. THIS RECALL REGARDS THE INFLATOR OF THE AIRBAG EXPLODING DUE TO HUMIDITY AND TEMPERATURE FLUCTU…

Airbag MalfunctionsApr 28, 2018

REC'D AIRBAG RECALL LETTER IN AUG 2016. TO DATE MAZDA HAS BEEN NOT BEEN HEPLFUL WITH REPLACEMENT OF THE AIRBAG.

Airbag MalfunctionsApr 25, 2018

TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 MAZDA B-SERIES TRUCK. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V013000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME F…

Airbag MalfunctionsMar 14, 2018

TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 MAZDA B404. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V499000 (AIR BAGS). THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAI…

Airbag MalfunctionsFeb 13, 2018

TAKATA RECALL DEFECTIVE AIRBAGS, I HAVE CONTACTED DEALER, NO REMEDY IS YET AVAILABLE

Airbag MalfunctionsFeb 12, 2018

IN AUGUST 2016, I RECEIVED AN "IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL" NOTICE FROM MAZDA, INDICATING THAT MY 2007 MAZDA B3000 TRUCK HAS BEEN RECALLED AS PART OF THE TAKATA AIRBAG RECALL. NO OTHER INFORMATION WAS RECEIVED FROM MAZDA. IN APRIL 2017, I EMAILED MAZDA CUSTOMER SERVICE TO CHECK T…

Airbag MalfunctionsJan 17, 2018

TAKATA RECALL. DEALER WILL NOT PROVIDE REPLACEMENT.

Airbag MalfunctionsJan 6, 2018

TAKATA RECALL MY FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG HAS NOT BEEN REPLACED YET, AND I LIVE IN TEXAS (ZONE A). I'VE BEEN WAITING MORE THAN A YEAR FOR MY LOCAL DEALERSHIP TO HAVE THE PART. THIS IS INCREDIBLY FRUSTRATING AND UNACCEPTABLE.

Airbag MalfunctionsDec 20, 2017

THERE IS A RECALL FOR THE TAKATA AIRBAGS THAT I HAVE TRIED TO GET REPLACED AFTER A YEAR STILL SAYS "INCOMPLETE REMEDY NOT AVAILABLE" ----> MANUFACTURER RECALL NUMBER9616F NHTSA RECALL NUMBER16V-499 RECALL STATUSRECALL INCOMPLETE, REMEDY NOT YET AVAILABLE SUMMARY

Airbag MalfunctionsNov 10, 2017

I RECEIVE A NOTIFICATION FOR THE AIRBAG IS SOMETHING RUN. THE AIRBAG PUT AT RISK MY LIFE. AND WANT CANT I DO FOR REPLACEMENT THE AIRBAG.

Airbag MalfunctionsOct 25, 2017

TAKATA RECALL. I HAVE A RECALL AND IT IS SUPPOSE TO BE DANGEROUS YET NO ONE IS FIXING THE ISSUE. I AM TOLD THEY DO NOT KNOW HOW TO FIX IT. DOES NOT SOUND LIKE ROCKET SCIENCE, INSTALL A NEW PASSENGER FRONTAL AIR BAG INFLATOR.

Airbag MalfunctionsOct 25, 2017

TAKATA RECALL. IT HAS BEEN RECALLED FOR A TAKATA AIR BAG FIX OVER 1 YEAR AGO AND THEY TELL ME THERE IS NO FIX AS OF YET.

Airbag MalfunctionsOct 23, 2017

TAKATA RECALL, NO REMEDY HAS BEEN MADE FOR THIS RECALL. THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP AVOIDS PHONE CALL AND WILL NOT RETURN THE PHONE CALL.

Airbag MalfunctionsSep 27, 2017

TAKATA RECALL I BROUGHT IN ME PICKUP TO THE DEALERSHIP SO I COULD GET THE RECALL COMPLIED WITH AND WAS TOLD THEY ARE ONLY INSPECTING THE COMPONENT. THEY CURRENTLY DO NOT HAVE THE PART TO REPLACE IT. THEY S RECALL CAME OUT OVER A YEAR AGO. WHEN CAN I EXPECT THE MANUFACTURER TO CO…

Airbag MalfunctionsSep 21, 2017

TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 MAZDA B30. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V499000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECA…

Airbag MalfunctionsSep 7, 2017

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 MAZDA B304 SERIES TRUCK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V499000 (AIR BAGS) EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR REPAIR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED THE RECALL NOTIFICATION IN JULY OF 2016. THE DEALER (ROGER BEASLEY MAZDA OF GEORGETOWN (7…

Airbag MalfunctionsSep 5, 2017

TAKATA RECALL. I WENT TO RON TONKIN MAZDA IN PORTLAND OR TO GET THE RECALL PERFORMED AND WAS TOLD THE PART NUMBER FOR THE REPLACEMENT AIR BAG DOES NOT EXIST.

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Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2007 Mazda B Series.

Safety recalls

2007 Mazda B Series recalls

0 campaigns

NHTSA recall campaigns for the 2007 Mazda B Series. No recalls are currently on record in this dataset, but buyers should still verify recall status by VIN because campaigns can be added later. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.

No recall campaigns on record

No NHTSA recalls were found for this model year. Recalls can be added at any time — confirm open-recall status on the exact VIN or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Across model years

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Questions

2007 Mazda B Series buying FAQ

Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.

Is the 2007 Mazda B Series reliable?

Good Record. NHTSA currently shows 37 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns for this model year. This MAZDA B SERIES year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Mazda B Series?

#1: Airbag Malfunctions (36 complaints). #2: Engine Problems (1 complaints)

At what mileage do problems start on the 2007 Mazda B Series?

Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.

How safe is the 2007 Mazda B Series?

Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2007 Mazda B Series, NHTSA complaints include 0 crash-related reports and 1 fire reports out of 37 total complaints. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Does the 2007 Mazda B Series have any recalls?

No NHTSA recall campaigns were found for the 2007 Mazda B Series in the current data. Always verify with a VIN check as recalls can be added at any time.

Should I buy a 2007 Mazda B Series?

This MAZDA B SERIES year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection. Model-year complaint trends can reveal recurring trouble spots before you spend money on inspections, financing, or repairs. Pay extra attention to Airbag Malfunctions during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.

Wider context: See the full Mazda B Series reliability report with year-by-year comparison.

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