2013 Mazda BT-50 Common Problems

Known issues & solutions

Model Years

All 2013

Problem

BT-50 (UP) Door Latch Recall

A locating tab inside one or more of the door latches may break, preventing the door from latching.

The broken locating tab may prevent the door from closing, or in the circumstance that it is able to be closed, the door may unlatch while driving, which could cause an accident or injury.

Solution

Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by Mazda Australia. Consumers will be advised to present their vehicle to their nearest or preferred Mazda dealer for revised door latches to be installed at no charge once parts are available.

Models affected

2013 Mazda BT-50 XTR (4X4)
2013 Mazda BT-50 XTR (4X2)
2013 Mazda BT-50 GT (4X4)
2013 Mazda BT-50 XTR (4X4)
2013 Mazda BT-50 XT (4X2)
2013 Mazda BT-50 XT (4X4)
2013 Mazda BT-50 XT (4X2)

Problem

Rear Seatback Latch Recall

On the affected vehicles, the end of the return spring for the rear folding seatback latch may break, causing the seat latch mechanism to malfunction. Under such a condition, an abnormal noise may occur and the rear seatback may not be locked in the upright position and may fall forward and down when braking.

This condition may increase the risk of injury to rear seat occupants in the event of a collision. If a child-restraint system is installed on the rear seat facing rearward, the correct clearance between the child-restraint system and the seatback will not be maintained if the rear seatback moves, potentially resulting in the child restraint system not performing as intended.

Solution

Mazda Australia will contact all affected customers by mail to present their vehicle to their preferred Mazda Dealer for the replacement of the rear seat back latch assembly at no charge.

Models affected

2013 Mazda BT-50 XTR (4X4)
2013 Mazda BT-50 XTR (4X2)
2013 Mazda BT-50 GT (4X4)
2013 Mazda BT-50 XTR (4X4)
2013 Mazda BT-50 XT (4X2)
2013 Mazda BT-50 XT (4X4)
2013 Mazda BT-50 XT (4X2)

Problem

There is a possibility that an intermittent Output Shaft Speed Sensor failure may result in an unintended downshift into first gear.

If the failure occurs while the vehicle is in use, it could cause an abrupt wheel speed reduction. This may cause the rear tyres to slide or lock up until the vehicle speed slows, which could result in a loss of vehicle control.

Solution

Mazda Australia will contact all affected customers by mail. Customers will be advised to present their vehicle to their preferred Mazda Dealer for inspection and repair at no charge.

Consumers who require further information should contact Mazda Customer Support on 1800 034 411.

Models affected

2013 Mazda BT-50 XTR (4X4)
2013 Mazda BT-50 XTR (4X2)
2013 Mazda BT-50 GT (4X4)
2013 Mazda BT-50 XTR (4X4)
2013 Mazda BT-50 XT (4X2)
2013 Mazda BT-50 XT (4X4)
2013 Mazda BT-50 XT (4X2)