Tamara recall. I do not understand what could take so long to repair something that could be fatal to a driver. I waited 10months on first repair and now already at 9 months and no information on second recall which is now the drivers side !
2005 Mazda B-Series airbags problems
severe 15 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,100 · see airbags across all vehicles →
Complaints
15
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,100
1crash
1injury
When does it fail?
Of the 15 airbags complaints filed for the 2005 Mazda B-Series, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 75,000-100,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Among the 5 model years of Mazda B-Series in our records for airbags problems, this one ranks #2 by owner-complaint volume.
No new NHTSA airbags complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 9 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
The failure pattern owners describe
The 2005 Mazda B-Series has a documented Takata airbag inflator problem tied to multiple NHTSA recalls (16V048000, 16V346000, 17V806000, 17V807000, 23V837000). One owner experienced catastrophic failure: during a 20-MPH collision at 75,000 miles, the driver-side inflator ruptured upon deployment, ejecting metal fragments that lacerated his right cheek and tore through the roof padding. The manufacturer refused to cover this failure under the recall.
The larger complaint cluster involves a critical supply-chain breakdown. Thirteen of fifteen owners report being unable to schedule or complete recall repairs because replacement inflators were unavailable from dealers nationwide—Jim Click Mazda (Tucson), Skyland Auto Group (Asheville), Bob King Mazda (Winston-Salem), Mazda of Escondido, and Foothills Mazda (Spokane) all confirmed parts shortages. Owners waited 10 months to over one year with no resolution or delivery timeline. Multiple owners noted receiving recall notices repeatedly with no remedy available. One owner expressed concern after learning a similar B2300 pickup had been involved in a fatal incident, prompting the recall. No repairs were completed in any of the delayed cases.
Same Mazda B-Series airbags reports on nearby years: 2007
Failure modes owners describe
Takata airbag inflator rupture during deployment
Driver-side airbag inflator ruptured during crash deployment, sending metal fragments into the cabin and through the roof padding. Owner sustained facial laceration from metal shards.
When: At approximately 75,000 miles during a collision at 20 MPH
Symptoms owners cite: Airbag deployed normally upon impact; Inflator housing exploded; Metal fragments ejected into passenger compartment; Hole torn through roof padding
Repairs/costs cited: Owner removed lodged metal piece from roof padding; treated for minor facial laceration at hospital. Dealer refused to complete recall repair citing already-deployed airbags. Manufacturer refused to honor recall.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign Numbers 17V806000, 17V807000, and 23V837000 (Airbags) issued; manufacturer refused recall remedy after deployment.
Takata airbag inflator parts shortage—recall repair delays
Replacement airbag inflators unavailable for extended periods, preventing owners from completing mandatory recalls. Dealer appointment cancellations and indefinite wait times were common.
When: Across multiple model years; some owners reported 10+ months waiting, others reported more than one year since initial recall notification
Symptoms owners cite: Recall notices received but parts not stocked; Scheduled repair appointments cancelled due to parts unavailability; Manufacturer unable to confirm delivery timelines; Multiple recall notices received with no resolution; Dealer unable to provide completion timeline
Repairs/costs cited: No repairs completed. Dealers confirmed parts unavailable: Jim Click Mazda Tucson, Skyland Auto Group Asheville NC, Bob King Mazda Winston-Salem NC, Mazda of Escondido, and Foothills Mazda Spokane all reported supply issues. One owner noted a B2300 model-year truck similar to theirs was involved in a fatal incident that triggered the recall.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign Numbers 16V346000, 16V048000, 17V806000, and 17V807000 (Airbags) issued. Status remained 'Remedy not yet available' well over one year after notification in some cases. Manufacturer unable to confirm parts availability.
Synthesized from 15 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 15 most recent
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2005 Mazda b-series truck. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 17v806000 and 17v807000 (air bags). The contact stated that foothills Mazda (located at 202 e north foothills dr, spokane, wa 99207, (509) 324-8200) exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and stated that the…
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2005 Mazda b404 xa. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v048000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms…
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2005 Mazda b-series truck. The contact received a recall notification for the air bags. The part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The NHTSA campaign number was not provided. The contact had not experienced a…
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2005 Mazda b-series truck. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17v806000 (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 recall repair. Bob king Mazda (1545 silas creek pkwy, winston-salem, nc 27127, (336) 714-3177) was contacted and…
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2005 Mazda b-series truck. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v048000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool…
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Mazda b304. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 17v806000 (air bags) and 17v807000 (air bags). The part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Mazda of escondido in escondido, california was made aware of the recall and stated that the parts were…
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Mazda b-series truck. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 17v806000 (air bags) and 17v807000 (air bags). The contact stated that the parts were not available within a reasonable time frame to schedule the recall repair. The contact received the recall notices more than once, indicating that parts were not available. The dealer was not…
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2005 Mazda b-series truck. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17v806000 (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 recall repair. The dealer (jim click Mazda auto mall tucson, 700 w auto mall dr, tucson, az 85705, (877)…
"takata recall" still waiting for permanent replacement, should I continue to drive the vehicle ? Is Mazda corp. Required to give me alternate transportation while I wait for new air bags ?
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Common questions
How serious is the airbags problem on the 2005 Mazda B-Series?
It's a meaningful issue. 15 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,100.
At what mileage does the airbags typically fail?
Based on the 15 complaints filed, airbags issues most often appear around 75,000 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,100 for airbags repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to airbags?
No active recalls currently cover airbags issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2005/Mazda/B-Series.
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