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
2007 Mazda B-Series airbags problems
moderate 36 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,100 · see airbags across all vehicles →
Complaints
36
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,100
When does it fail?
Of the 36 airbags complaints filed for the 2007 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
Of the 5 model years of Mazda B-Series we track for airbags problems, this one carries the most owner complaints on file — 36.
Owners have filed 36 airbags complaints with NHTSA against this vehicle, but no formal recall covers the issue — the federal record reflects what manufacturers have admitted, not everything owners are reporting.
The failure pattern owners describe
Starting in mid-2016, Mazda issued Takata airbag inflator recalls on 2007 B-Series trucks (campaign numbers 16V499000, 17V013000, and 21V162000). Across 34 documented complaints, the core issue is not an airbag malfunction or deployment—it is a parts shortage that left owners stranded for 12 to 24+ months.
Owners received recall letters and were instructed not to carry passengers in the front seat until repair was complete. When they called dealerships or Mazda's customer service line, they were told parts were unavailable with no estimated arrival date. Some owners reported calling multiple times over months or years with no progress. One dealership said the replacement part number did not exist. Another could not even access the ordering system.
Mazda stated it was prioritizing more common vehicles first, leaving B-Series owners in a queue with no visibility into when their turn would come. Customer service lines went unanswered. Dealer appointment scheduling disconnects happened too—owners showed up after confirming the part was in stock, only to learn it wasn't. One owner waited nearly two years. By early 2017, the NHTSA lookup page still showed the recall as "incomplete, remedy not yet available" despite the recall being issued months prior. Only one owner in the cluster reported successful part replacement, with no detail on how or when it occurred.
Same Mazda B-Series airbags reports on nearby years: 2005
Failure modes owners describe
Takata Passenger Airbag Inflator - Parts Shortage and Recall Delay
Owners report an extended delay in obtaining replacement parts for a Takata passenger-side airbag inflator recall. Multiple owners waited 1–2+ years from initial recall notification (typically mid-2016) without parts becoming available at dealerships. The recall itself was never tied to an actual deployment or failure; it was a proactive safety campaign issued due to inflator degradation risk under humidity and temperature exposure.
When: Recall notifications issued June–August 2016; owners report waiting into 2017–2018 and beyond with no resolution
Symptoms owners cite: Recall notification received but parts unavailable for repair; Dealers unable to order parts or access ordering systems; Manufacturer unable to provide estimated timeframe for parts availability; Conflicting communication between dealer appointment scheduling and actual parts availability; Recall marked as 'incomplete, remedy not yet available' on NHTSA lookup page
Codes mentioned: 16V499000, 17V013000, 21V162000, 9616F
Repairs/costs cited: Recall remedy required replacement of passenger-side airbag inflator; no parts available at dealerships. One owner (Narrative #7) reported passenger airbag was eventually replaced, but timeline unclear. Some owners attempted to get parts ordered; one dealer (Narrative #29) stated the replacement part number did not exist.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Takata Recall campaigns 16V499000, 17V013000, 21V162000; Mazda issued recalls but could not supply parts for extended period. Mazda stated it prioritized more common vehicles over the B-Series. Manufacturer stated remedy part was unavailable and could not confirm when it would become available. One owner report indicated Mazda did eventually facilitate an appointment (Narrative #7). Dealership communication gaps noted (Narrative #4) where appointments were made without confirming parts were in stock.
Synthesized from 36 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 20 most recent
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 Mazda b3000. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v499000 (air bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. 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 contact had not experienced a failure.…
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 Wednesday at Royal Motors, San Francisco. I will call a day ahead to make sure the part is there before I bring it in.…
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 Mazda b304. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v499000 (air bags). However, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool…
Airbag has not yet deployed, however, since june 30, 2016 I've not received any new updates from Mazda motor corp. Except the initial notification letter. Can an eta be established for customer waiting period.
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.
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.
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.
Takata recall, no remedy has been made for this recall. The local dealership avoids phone call and will not return the phone call.
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 comply with this recall? This is taking to long.
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Common questions
How serious is the airbags problem on the 2007 Mazda B-Series?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 36 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $1,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the airbags typically fail?
Based on the 36 complaints filed, airbags issues most often appear around 73,333 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/2007/Mazda/B-Series.
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