1989 MAZDA MPV
5 recalls, 27 complaints - 17 TSBs
15V674000 Oct 19, 2015
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Defect Description
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 co... Read more
Consequence
If the ignition switch overheats there would be an increased risk of a fire.
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.
95V103005 May 24, 1995
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE IMPROPERLY.
Consequence
THE SAFETY BELTS WOULD NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION TO AN OCCUPANT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AND CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. THEY SHOULD ENSURE THAT BOTH BUCKLES ARE OPERATING PROPERLY BY INSERTING EACH LATCH PLATE INTO ITS BUCKLE, TUGGING ON THE BELT TO MAKE SUR... Read more
91V161000 Sep 11, 1991
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM
Defect Description
WHEN APPLYING THE FOOT (SERVICE) BRAKE IN THE LOW VEHICLE SPEED CONDITION, THE BRAKING POWER PRODUCED MAY BE MORE THAN EXPECTED.
Consequence
THE UNEXPECTED BRAKING POWER COULD RESULT IN REAR BRAKELOCKUP AND THE VEHICLE BECOMING DIFFICULT TO CONTROL.
Remedy
REPLACE BRAKE SHOE ASSEMBLY WITH IMPROVED ASSEMBLY.
91V013000 Jan 22, 1991
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
WHEN THE VEHICLE IS EXPOSED TO TEMPERATURES BELOW 5 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT (-15 DEGREES C), THE NEUTRAL DETERGENT USED AS AN ASSEMBLY LUBRICANT MAY STICK TO THE CHECK VALVE, PREVENTING VALVE FROM FUNCTIONING.
Consequence
THIS COULD CAUSE AN INOPERATIVE BRAKE POWER ASSIST WHICHDESCREASES BRAKING ABILITY, AND PRESENTS A POTENTIAL FOR AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy
REPLACE VACUUM HOSE ASSEMBLY.
89V194000 Nov 7, 1989
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Defect Description
THE CENTER SAFETY BELT ATTACHMENT HARDWARE BRACKETS FOR THE THIRD SEAT MAY NOT WITHSTAND THE SPECIFIED TENSILE LOAD.
Consequence
VANS WOULD NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS 210
Remedy
REPLACE SAFETY BELT ASSEMBLIES WITH BRACKETS.
Complaint Statistics
27 total complaints
4 crashes 3 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | 5 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 4 |
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE | 2 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS | 1 |
| SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT | 1 |
| SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | 1 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP | 1 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Oct 2, 2002
Incident date: Sep 16, 2002
CONSUMER STATES THAT WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND NO WARNING THE FUEL TANK HAD CRACK CAUSING FLUID TO LEAK OUT AND CONSUMER CAN STRONGLY SMELL GAS FUMES INSIDE THE VEHICLE DEALER NOTIFIED. NLM
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Mar 27, 2001
Incident date: Mar 21, 2001
CONSUMER WAS DRIVING ON WET ROADS AND ON A TURN VEHICLE SLID AND FILPPED OVER AND RAN INTO A TREE. BUT, SEAT BELTS DID NOT HOLD IN PLACE. HAS NOT CONTACTED DEALERSHIP.*AK
Crash
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jan 31, 2000
Incident date: Jun 1, 1998
DEALERSHIPS HAVE PROVIDED NO SATISFACTORY RESOLUTION. NO SAFETY DEFECT (S) LISTED IN SUMMARY.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Aug 23, 1999
2 POINT SEAT BELT FOR MIDDLE SEAT FAILED AFTER FACTORY REPLACEMENT. YH
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Jun 7, 1998
ENGINE STUMBLES ON ACCELERATION FROM A STOP WHEN THE ENGINE IS ON LEAN PART OF RICH LEAN CYCLE AND MAY CUT OFF UNTIL THE ACCELERATOR IS RELEASED AND PRESSED AGAIN.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Apr 7, 1998
Incident date: Oct 9, 1997
TIMING BELT FAILED.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
Apr 7, 1998
Incident date: Oct 9, 1997
RADIATOR FAILED DUE TO BEING CLOGGED.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Apr 7, 1998
Incident date: Oct 9, 1997
TRANSMISSION FAILED, CAUSING SLIPPAGE.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Sep 18, 1997
Incident date: Jun 23, 1997
ENGINE CYLINDER HEAD FAILED FOR NO APPARENT REASON. *AK
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
May 14, 1997
Incident date: May 1, 1996
RECALL 95V103005 REGARDING SEAT ELT BUCKLES, CONSUMER STATED THAT HE SET AN APPOINTMENT WITH DEALER ONE YEAR AGO AND AS OF YET THEY HAVEN'T RECEIVED THE PARTS TO FIX VEHICLE. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Dec 31, 1996
Incident date: Aug 7, 1996
TIMING BELT FAILED, CAUSING VEHICLE TO STALL.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS
Dec 31, 1996
Incident date: Aug 7, 1996
FUEL INJECTOR STICKS, CAUSING VEHICLE TO STALL.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR
Jul 30, 1996
Incident date: Jul 30, 1996
WHILE DRIVING, EXPERIENCES EXCESSIVE WEAR TO PADS AND WARPING OF ROTORS, CAUSING PEDAL PULSATION WHEN MAKE ATTEMPT TO SLOW/STOP.*AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS
Jul 30, 1996
Incident date: Jul 30, 1996
WHILE DRIVING, EXPERIENCES EXCESSIVE WEAR TO PADS AND WARPING OF ROTORS, CAUSING PEDAL PULSATION WHEN MAKE ATTEMPT TO SLOW/STOP.*AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC
Jul 30, 1996
Incident date: Jul 30, 1996
WHILE DRIVING, EXPERIENCES EXCESSIVE WEAR TO PADS AND WARPING OF ROTORS, CAUSING PEDAL PULSATION WHEN MAKE ATTEMPT TO SLOW/STOP.*AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
May 2, 1996
Incident date: Mar 27, 1996
CYLINDER HEAD CRACKED. *DSH
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Apr 11, 1996
Incident date: Mar 1, 1996
DEALER DOES NOT HAVE PARTS TO REPAIR RECALL NO 95V03005. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Mar 20, 1996
Incident date: Jan 25, 1994
ABS SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS, RESULTING IN NO BRAKING ABILITY, PEDAL GETS HARD, REPLACED/REPAIRED SEVERAL PARTS OF THE SYSTEM, TO NO AVAIL. *AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Mar 15, 1996
Incident date: Mar 14, 1996
THE FUEL INJECTOR IS LEAKING GAS THROUGH THE ELECTRICAL CONECTOR. PLEASE DESCRIBE.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Mar 13, 1996
PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT DOES NOT WORK. PLEASE GIVE MORE DETAILS. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
Feb 13, 1996
BRAKES DO NOT WORK-CONSUMER'S WIFE HAD ACCIDENT HITTING ANOTHER AUTO FROM REAR BECAUSE AUTO WOULD NOT STOP. TT
Crash
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
Jan 29, 1996
Incident date: Jan 26, 1996
WHILE IN AN ACCIDENT THE FRONT SEATS FELL BACKWARDS. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT
Crash
2 injured
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
Sep 21, 1995
PLANETARY GEARS FAILED BECAUSE OF LACK OF LUBRICATION. TT
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
Jun 9, 1995
Incident date: Jan 1, 1994
CENTER SEATBELT WHEN POSITION IN ITS SMALLEST LENGTH, DOES NOT FIT A CHILD SAFETY SEAT, IMPROPERLY ADJUSTED. TT
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Mar 14, 1995
Incident date: Jul 30, 1993
SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE, BROKEN BELT BUCKLE. TT
Crash
1 injured
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Feb 22, 1995
Incident date: Nov 28, 1994
DRIVERS SEAT BELT NO LONGER WORKS, SEEMS TO BUCKLE BUT IS NOT ACTUALLY LOCKED. TT
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Feb 22, 1995
Incident date: Nov 28, 1994
AIR CONDITION FUSE BLOWS WHEN IN USE. TT
EPA Fuel Economy, 1989 MAZDA MPV
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.6L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 17.0 | 22.0 | 19.0 | Regular | $3,300 |
| 2.6L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 22.0 | 19.0 | Regular | $3,300 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 15.0 | 20.0 | 17.0 | Regular | $3,650 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 15.0 | 20.0 | 17.0 | Regular | $3,650 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 16.0 | 21.0 | 18.0 | Regular | $3,450 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 16.0 | 21.0 | 18.0 | Regular | $3,450 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1989 MAZDA MPV
17 manufacturer communications from 15 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 5 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 1 |
| 114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING | 1 |
| 015000 STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | 1 |
| 071000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE | 1 |
| 114100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD | 1 |
| 114400 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS | 1 |
| 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 1 |
00100R
Mar 9, 2000
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A NO START, ROUGH IDLE AND / OR LACK OF POWER AFTER A 60,000 MILE TIMING BELT REPLACEMENT INTERVAL. *TT
00200
Feb 23, 2000
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
SUBJECT REGARDING 60,000 MILE SERVICE, INSPECTION AND / OR REPLACEMENT OF THE TENSIONER PULLEY. *TT
00598
Apr 22, 1998
150000 SEAT BELTS
INFORMATION REGARDING SEAT BELT EXTENDERS. *YC
00198
Apr 15, 1998
010000 STEERING
CONDITIONS WITH STEERING WHEEL SLIGHTLY OFF CENTER. *YC
00198
Feb 23, 1998
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE HLA NOISE. *YC
00198
Feb 23, 1998
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
CONCERNS WITH HLA NOISE HEARD AFTER A COLD START. *YC
008/97
May 19, 1997
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
USE OF A/C TRACER DYE. *TW
C81
Apr 28, 1997
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
1989-90 MPV MICROFICHE CORRECTIONS - O-RING SET - CYLINDER HEAD AND COVER - SWITCHES AND RELAYS. *TW
007/97T
Apr 25, 1997
140000 AIR BAGS
PARTS REPLACEMENT AFTER AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT. *TW
001/97G
Apr 8, 1997
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
MAINTENANCE FREE BATTERY - DIAGNOSTIC AND CHARGING PROCEDURE. *TW
001/97N
Mar 10, 1997
015000 STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
POWER STEERING FLUID HOSE COMES OFF. *TW
001/97F
Feb 25, 1997
071000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
FUEL ODOR - GASOLINE SMELL MAY BE ENTERING THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. *TW
003/97G
Jan 19, 1997
114400 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
WIPER MOTOR INOPERATIVE - CIRCUIT BREAKER ACTIVATION. *TW
001/97K
Jan 18, 1997
114100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
REPLACEMENT CONNECTORS FOR ECAT SOLENOID HARNESS. *TW
013/95
Dec 1, 1995
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
CYLINDER HEAD GASKET MODIFICATION. *SD
T004/95
Mar 1, 1995
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
THE REAR DEFROSTER SWITCH HARNESS HAS BEEN MODIFIED. *TW
001/93
Feb 1, 1993
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
HARD SHIFT, R-TYPE TRANSMISSION. *TW
NHTSA Safety Investigations, MAZDA MPV
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
EA96031
Opened: Dec 20, 1996 , Closed: Mar 31, 1998
FUEL LIQUID-VAPOR SEPARATOR
EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM LIQUID-VAPOR SEPARATOR MAY FAIL AT NIPPLE FOR FUEL TANK HOSE CONNECTION RESULTING IN FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE AREA BEHIND THE RIGHT REAR TRIM PANEL.
PE96055
Opened: Sep 13, 1996 , Closed: Dec 20, 1996
FUEL LIQUID-VAPOR SEPARATOR FAILURE
RATORS AREEVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM LIQUID-VAPOR SEPARATORS ARE ALLEGEDLY FAILING AND LEAKING FUEL LIQUID/VAPOR.
EA92008
Opened: Feb 3, 1992 , Closed: Mar 16, 1992
INCONSIST.BRK PERFORMANCE
There is no summary currently available
PE91134
Opened: Oct 1, 1991 , Closed: Feb 3, 1992
INCONSISTENT BRAKE PERFORM
===
MAZDA MPV - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MAZDA MPV across all model years (1989, 2006).
44
Total Recalls
1,157
Total Complaints
4
Investigations
129
Reported Crashes
27
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
MAZDA MPV - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 2 | 16 | View |
| 2005 | 3 | 45 | View |
| 2004 | 5 | 84 | View |
| 2003 | 4 | 141 | View |
| 2002 | 4 | 143 | View |
| 2001 | 3 | 82 | View |
| 2000 | 5 | 184 | View |
| 1999 | 0 | 2 | View |
| 1998 | 1 | 26 | View |
| 1997 | 1 | 27 | View |
| 1996 | 1 | 21 | View |
| 1995 | 1 | 21 | View |
| 1994 | 1 | 41 | View |
| 1993 | 1 | 65 | View |
| 1992 | 1 | 95 | View |
| 1991 | 3 | 81 | View |
| 1990 | 3 | 55 | View |
| 1989 (current) | 5 | 27 |