1994 Mazda B-Series Truck Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 5%of 122 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the steering of the 1994 Mazda B-Series Truck, 5% of the 122 complaints for this model year.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Abs brakes on rear always been bad, very grabby, lockup with medium to hard pressure. Reported to dealer, checked, said no problem found. There is a problem, there's always been a problem and now it is getting worse. I've almost had an accident on several occasions as a direct result of this problem. I've been living with it for several years, but it is getting to the point where it is extremly dangerous. I've set up an appointment with the dealer, but wanted it on record with you as well. Front spindle and bearing went out at 28,439 miles. Dealer replaced. …”
NHTSA complaint #700920, filed 1998-11“When driving there was a rubbing noise, and consumer took vehicle to the Mazda shop for repairs. Dealer stated that the problem was within the power steering. Dealer replaced power steering pump. Consumer took vehicle to another dealer due to the rubbing noise. Dealer checked the brakes, and noticed hardware was missing and the brakes were rubbing on the side of the vehicle. The problem was fixed.”
NHTSA complaint #836437, filed 1999-04“When driving 15 MPH consumer noticed vehicle became very hard to operate, causing loss of steering control. Consumer contacted the dealer, and dealer noted that the bolts which held steering box broke, causing the problem, dealer replaced the mounting bolts.”
NHTSA complaint #861104, filed 2000-04“Sleeve connecting tie rod to drag link disconnected from tie rod. Loss of steering in right front wheel. Threeds on both the tie rod and sleeve appear to be ok, unsure how the sleeve slipped off. I can provide VIN number if necessary.”
NHTSA complaint #710777, filed 1999-09Steering: other model years
Other parts of the 1994 Mazda B-Series Truck
30 complaintsFuel system
21 complaintsElectrical system
13 complaintsTires
13 complaintsVehicle speed control
12 complaintsSuspension
8 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
8 complaintsEngine cooling
6 complaintsExterior lighting
6 complaintsSeat belts
5 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsWheels
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1994 Mazda B-Series Truck
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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