VIN Vehicle Report

1990 Mazda 323

JMZBG12C200237698

Vehicle record for the 1990 Mazda 323 (VIN JMZBG12C200237698). Blue, sedan, gasoline / lpg. Registered in Zaporizhzhia. 2 NHTSA recall campaigns for this model year. Specifications, registration region and recall data.

2 recall campaigns → Gasoline / LPG
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At a glance

LocationZaporizhzhia, UKRAINE
ColorBlue
Recall campaigns2

Vehicle identity & specifications

Make
Mazda
Model
323
Year
1990
Body style
Sedan
Vehicle type
Passenger car
Displacement
1.3 L
Fuel type
Gasoline / LPG
Country of origin
Japan

🧾 Window sticker / build sheet → All 1990 Mazda 323 data →

📋 All factory specifications on file8 more fields from the manufacturer's VIN record (NHTSA vPIC)

🏭 Manufacturing & other

sourceua_mvs
Registration regionzaporizhzhia
Last operation date2025-03-01
Last operation540 - ЗНЯТТЯ З ОБЛІКУ У ЗВ`ЯЗКУ З ВИБРАКОВКОЮ
PurposeZahalnyy
Engine cc1300
Own weight kg1150
Total weight kg1650

Values are as reported by the manufacturer for this VIN pattern; blank or "not applicable" fields are omitted.

Dimensions & weight

Length
163.8–171.7 in
Width
65.7 in
Height
53.9–54.3 in
Wheelbase
96.5–98.4 in
Curb weight
2,194–2,326 lb
Front track
55.9–57.1 in
Rear track
56.3–56.7 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1990 Mazda 323 — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

NHTSA defect investigations 2

TAKATA SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE Closed

NHTSA #EA95005 · Seat Belts · opened Mar 1995 · closed Aug 1995

AUTO RESTRAINT SYSTEM FAIL Closed

NHTSA #EA94039 · Seat Belts · opened Nov 1994 · closed Nov 1997

An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.

Manufacturer service bulletins 24

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 24.

In support of the new MRT distribution, Mazda will ship to dealers a new Dual Purpose Diagnostic Leak Detector beginning March, 2019. Training videos will be posted to MGSS shortly and Workshop Manual procedures will be revised gradually.

Bulletin 00-003-19-3583 · Engine And Engine Cooling, Fuel System, Gasoline, Fuel System, Diesel · Mar 2019

In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. It is the dealer's responsibility to comply with Federal, S…

Bulletin 09-009-19-3566 · Electrical System · Jan 2019

In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. It is the dealer's responsibility to comply with Federal, S…

Bulletin 09-034-18-3430a · Vehicle Speed Control, Equipment · Oct 2018

In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. It is the dealer's responsibility to comply with Federal, S…

Bulletin 09-034-18-3430 · Vehicle Speed Control · Aug 2018

In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. It is the dealer?s responsibility to comply with Federal, S…

Bulletin 09-035-17-3080 · Electrical System, Equipment · Aug 2017

Speedometer replacement procedure

Bulletin 0900716 · Electrical System · Feb 2016

IN ACCORDANCE WITH FEDERAL REGULATIONS, FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE LISTED BELOW WHEN REPLACING A SPEEDOMETER.NOTE:•MAZDA VEHICLES ARE MANUFACTURED WITH TAMPER-PROOF SPEEDOMETERS.•WHEN A SPEEDOMETER IS REPLACED, THE NEW SPEEDOMETER WILL READ ZERO (0) MILES.•THIS PROC…

Bulletin 09-034-14-2956 · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · Aug 2014

BATTERY TEST PROCEDURE REQUIREMENTS. *TT

Bulletin 0102504 · Electrical System · Jul 2004

SPEEDOMETER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE. *TT

Bulletin 0902604 · Equipment · Jul 2004

SUBJECT ON PASSIVE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR SWITCH. *YC

Bulletin 01198 · Seat Belts · May 1998

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the 323. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 1

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 1990 Mazda 323. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Electrical

On certain vehicles, a defect in the ignition switch could cause an electrical short to develop over time. This could result in smoke and/or fire, increasing the risk of injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will replace the ignition switch.

Transport Canada #2015489 · Oct 2015

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

About the Mazda 323

The Mazda Familia , also marketed prominently as the Mazda 323, Mazda Protegé and Mazda Allegro, is a small family car that was manufactured by Mazda between 1963 and 2003. The Familia line was replaced by the Mazda3/Axela for 2004.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

Safety recall campaigns 2

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 1989-1998 MPV, 1990-1995 323, 1990-1998 Protege, 1992-1993 MX-3, 1993-1995 929, 1993-1997 MX-6, and 1993-1998 626 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, grease applied to the contact points inside the ignition switch may become conductive and overheat.

Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. The recall began on December 17, 2015. Owners may contact Mazda Customer Experience Center at 1-800-222-5500, option#6. Mazda's number for this recall is 8715J.

NHTSA Campaign #15V674000 · manufacturer #8715J · 19/10/2015

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FRONT SEAT AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELTS. THE RAIL OF THE AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT CAN WEAR SUFFICIENTLY SUCH THAT THE CABLE WHICH RETRACTS THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAN BECOME JAMMED IN THE RAIL RENDERING THE SHOULDER BELT INOPERATIVE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PASSIVE SHOULDER BELT ASSEMBLY WITH A MODIFIED ONE (WITH ADDITIONAL DUST LIP) IN VEHICLES WHICH HAVE EXPERIENCED A PROBLEM. IN VEHICLES IN WHICH THE AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT FUNCTIONS PROPERLY, THE RAILS WILL BE INSPECTED AND REPLACED WITH MODIFIED RAILS IF THEY EXCEED THE IN

NHTSA Campaign #97V211000 · 18/11/1997

Note: recall data comes from the U.S. NHTSA and covers the US-market version of this model. A car registered in Ukraine may have different campaigns — check with the manufacturer's local importer.

These are NHTSA recall campaigns for this model year, last checked 14 Oct 2026. They don't show whether this particular car has had the repair done — check this VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

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Common problems & what to inspect

Based on all 22 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1990 Mazda 323, here are the most-reported problem areas — and what to check before you buy.

💥 4 involved a crash 🚑 1 reported injury

Seat Belts 13 reports

🔍 Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.

Power Train 4 reports

🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Vehicle Speed Control 2 reports

🔍 Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

Engine And Engine Cooling 2 reports

🔍 Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.

Service Brakes 1 report

🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Hydraulic 1 report

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Owner complaints 22

Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 1990 Mazda 323.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1990 MAZDA 323. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION AND WHENEVER THE VEHICLE IDLED EXCESSIVELY THE RPMS ALSO INCREASED. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED AND STATED THAT THERE WAS NOTHING THAT THEY COULD DO. THE DEALER ALSO TOLD HIM TO CONTACT THE MANUFACTURER FOR FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS. THERE WAS ONLY ONE DEALE…

NHTSA ODI #10316723

SEAT BELTS

THE DRIVER WAS SITTING AT AN INTERSECTION WITHOUT WARNING ANOTHER VEHICLE REAR ENDED THE VEHICLE IN FRONT. THE LEFT SIDE AND RIGHT SIDE SEAT BELTS DISENGAGED ON THEIR OWN,THE SEAT BELTS RETRACTOR WAS NOT RETRACTABLE. NO INJURIES TO REPORT. THE DRIVER WAS ABLE TO DRIVE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE SEAT BELTS NEEDED TO BE …

Crash · NHTSA ODI #10107219

SEAT BELTS

CONSUMER STATES DEALER TOLD HER THAT THEY WERE NOT GOING TO ACCEPT HER RECALL NOTICE BECAUSE CAR WAS TO OLD AND SEAT BELT WILL NOT STICK.*JB

NHTSA ODI #8014803

SEAT BELTS

WHEN CLOSING DOOR SEAT BELT DOES NOT RETRACT. CAN HEAR CLICKING SOUND, BUT SEATBELT DOES NOT GO BACK IN. DEALER CONTACTED. *AK

NHTSA ODI #8005185

SEAT BELTS

MOTOR BELT/SHOULDER FAILED PRIOR TO RECALL NOTICE, DURING RECALL REPAIR EXTRA CHARGES DUE TO PARTS NOT INCLUDED IN RECALL NOTICE.(97V-211) MJS

NHTSA ODI #548028

POWER TRAIN

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FAILURE. AW

NHTSA ODI #781067

SEAT BELTS

INTERMITTENTLY THE FRONT SEAT BELTS RETRACT BACK AND FORTH ON THEIR OWN. MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. *AK

NHTSA ODI #828748

SEAT BELTS

RECALL # 97V211000, SHOULDER BELTS; WHEN OWNER ARRIVED FOR SCHEDULED APPOINTMENT HE WAS INFORMED THAT PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE TO CORRECT RECALL. OWNER HAS CONTACTED DEALER ON (3) OTHER OCCASIONS. THE DEALER IS NOT ABLE TO TELL OWNER WHEN PARTS WILL BE AVAILABLE. *AK

NHTSA ODI #823208

+ 14 more complaints on record.

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Is the VIN JMZBG12C200237698 valid?

JMZBG12C200237698 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in Japan. It decodes to the 1990 Mazda 323.

Are there safety recalls on the 1990 Mazda 323?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1990 Mazda 323 model year. That covers the model year, not this individual car: to see whether a specific vehicle still needs a recall repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

Recall data checked 14 Oct 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.