1996 Mazda B-Series Truck Tires Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 13%of 55 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the tires of the 1996 Mazda B-Series Truck, 13% of the 55 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.
“These have not been recalled but I do have a small slit starting just below the tire tread on the sidewall. I dont believe the tires to be safe. (I am not looking to do this for new tires, I want my family to be safe) please respond. ( DOT number: tire size: 265-75r15 )”
NHTSA complaint #727482, filed 2000-08“Tires have worn incorrectly after short periods of use. Described as 'cupping' by several different mechanics. Two sets of tires have proven the same results. This ulitmately results in excessive vibration at highway speeds. ( DOT number: tire size: p265/75r15 )”
NHTSA complaint #727083, filed 2000-08“Firestone wilderness at tires p215/75r15 DOT w2hf1pj016 have cracks all the way around tire on sidewall, consumer noticed cracks when recall 00t005 went public in august of 2000, dealer won't do anything until tires are on recall.”
NHTSA complaint #877611, filed 2001-01“Consumers tires failed prior to recall notice, consumer requested reimbursement for replaced tires, consumer is not satisfied with the amount of time it is taking to get money back (7 weeks). Nlm”
NHTSA complaint #556925, filed 2000-10“After experiencing abnormal bouncing and front tires cupping, Mazda struts replaced. Unstable handling reoccurred 2,000 miles later, replaced w/Mazda struts. Failed again and Mazda replaced struts with after market parts. Please describe details.”
NHTSA complaint #803910, filed 1996-10Tires: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 1 | 9% |
| 2004 | 1 | 4% |
| 2003 | 2 | 10% |
| 2002 | 2 | 7% |
| 2001 | 4 | 11% |
| 2000 | 14 | 24% |
| 1999 | 12 | 15% |
| 1998 | 19 | 28% |
| 1997 | 13 | 25% |
| 1996 | 7 | 13% |
| 1994 | 13 | 11% |
| 1992 | 1 | 9% |
| 1991 | 1 | 7% |
| 1990 | 1 | 6% |
Other parts of the 1996 Mazda B-Series Truck
13 complaintsBrakes
6 complaintsSteering
5 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsSeat belts
4 complaintsSuspension
4 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsInterior lighting
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1996 Mazda B-Series Truck
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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