Mazda Bongo

Mazda Bongo
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The Mazda Bongo , also known as Mazda E-Series, Eunos Cargo, and the Ford Econovan, is a cabover van and pickup truck manufactured by the Japanese automobile manufacturer Mazda since 1966. The Bongo name was also used for the Bongo Friendee, which is not a cabover design.

Technical data
ManufacturerMazda
Body typeVan

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Common problems & reliability

In the UK, 59% of Mazda Bongos pass their MOT test first time, based on 9,783 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)

Based on real owner complaints and inspection data โ€” not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).

Recalls & safety

No recorded recalls for the Mazda Bongo in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).

Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Mazda recalls.