2002 Mazda B-Series Truck Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 21%of 28 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 22,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2002 Mazda B-Series Truck, 21% of the 28 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 22,000 miles.
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.
“Since I purchased the vehicle there has been noticeable play in the rear differential. I ignored it for a long time and then after the warranty had expired I took it to a repair shop in the area that has a very good reputation for repairing and setting up differentials. After examining the gears in the rear end he told me the play was caused by a part that was machined incorrectly at the factory. He said it was a hole that was drilled too large for the pin that is installed in it to hold the axle gears in place. …”
NHTSA complaint #10221310, filed 2008-03, 24,000 miles“3 months after I purchased my truck, I started having problems with the transmission. The transmission bangs like someone hit me from the rear when shifted from park to reverse. It also shutters when I press the accelerator.”
NHTSA complaint #10071105, filed 2004-01, 90 miles“Transmission will not shift into overdrive until speeds of 58-60 are reached - when accelerating. Took vehicle to dealer for the complaint. Dealer tech said vehicle would not shift during 'agressive accelerating' . Driver must ease up on gas pedal before transmission would shift to overdrive. Said this was normal. Never heard of an automatic transmission with such requirements. None that I have ever owned required an easing up on gas in order to shift. When I followed dealers instructions, vehicle will still not shift until it has been driven for some period of time. …”
NHTSA complaint #10025817, filed 2003-07, 15 miles“Transmission 1st/2nd gear synchromesh went out 5 times, finally Mazda admitted something was wrong with engine,3x was under warranty, last 2x I paid all costs. Judge ruled against Mazda in small claims court.”
NHTSA complaint #11180839, filed 2019-02, 30,000 miles“The contact owns a 2002 Mazda b-2300 truck. While at a stop and attempting to accelerate the vehicle stalled. The dealer determined the transmission needs to be replaced however, no repairs have been made. Updated 03/09/06”
NHTSA complaint #10149873, filed 2006-02, 22,000 milesRelated service bulletins
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- 10173097Mar 12, 2020Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as…
- 10136777Apr 2, 2018Always be sure to use the correct automatic transmission fluid when replacing ATF. Using the wrong ATF may cause shift quality complaints or may even damage the transmission…
- 10097348Mar 11, 2013Always be sure to use the correct automatic transmission fluid when replacing atf. Using the wrong atf may cause shift quality complaints or may even damage the…
- 10097367Mar 4, 2013Always be sure to use the correct automatic transmission fluid when replacing atf. Using the wrong atf may cause shift quality complaints or may even damage the…
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 1 | 9% |
| 2003 | 3 | 14% |
| 2002 | 6 | 21% |
| 2001 | 5 | 14% |
| 2000 | 13 | 22% |
| 1999 | 9 | 12% |
| 1998 | 5 | 7% |
| 1997 | 7 | 13% |
| 1996 | 3 | 5% |
| 1995 | 1 | 2% |
| 1994 | 8 | 7% |
| 1993 | 1 | 11% |
| 1990 | 1 | 6% |
Other parts of the 2002 Mazda B-Series Truck
6 complaintsEngine cooling
5 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaintsBrakes
2 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaintsSeats
2 complaintsTires
2 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaintsEngine
1 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2002 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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