2001 MAZDA MPV

3 recalls, 82 complaints - 161 TSBs

04V234000 May 19, 2004
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN MINIVANS EQUIPPED WITH CRUISE CONTROL, THE CRUISE CONTROL ACTUATOR CABLE MAY BE BROKEN DUE TO INSUFFICIENT STRENGTH (GROUP 1). ALSO INCLUDED ARE CERTAIN 2000-2001 MINIVANS EQUIPPED WITH CRUISE CONTROL BUILT BETWEEN MARCH 31, 1999 AND MARCH 31, 2001, THAT HAVE HAD THE CRUISE CONTROL REP... Read more
Consequence
IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE BROKEN ACTUATOR CABLE MAY BE OUT OF POSITION AND COULD INTERFERE WITH THE OPERATION OF THE ACCELERATOR CABLE, PREVENTING A DECREASE IN ENGINE SPEED WHILE DRIVING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ACTUATOR CABLE. OWNER NOTIFICATION FOR VEHICLES INVOLVED IN GROUP 1 BEGAN ON JULY 7, 2004. OWNER NOTIFICATION FOR VEHICLES INVOLVED IN GROUP 2 BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 10, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT MAZDA AT 1-800-222-5500.
10,200 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS
02V196001 Aug 5, 2002
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, SOME OF THE PASSENGER AIR BAG MODULES WERE NOT PROPERLY WELDED AND MAY NOT DEPLOY IN A COLLISION.
Consequence
THE SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY PROTECTED IN THE EVENT OF A COLLISION, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PASSENGER AIR BAG MODULE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 4, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT MAZDA AT 1-800-222-5500.
25 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS
01V382000 Dec 17, 2001
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN MINI VANS WITHOUT ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEMS (ABS) FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 135, "PASSENGER CAR BRAKE SYSTEMS." DUE TO INAPPROPRIATE BRAKE PIPE LAYOUT, THESE VEHICLES DO NOT MEET THE BRAKE STOPPING DISTANCE WITH P... Read more
Consequence
IF PARTIAL FAILURE OCCURRED IN THE BRAKING SYSTEM, THE STOPPING DISTANCE OF THE VEHICLE COULD INCREASE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL MODIFY THE BRAKE SYSTEM. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JANUARY 15, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT MAZDA AT 1-800-222-5500, OPTION #4.
19,000 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS

Complaint Statistics

82 total complaints 10 crashes 2 fires 20 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
AIR BAGS7
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION7
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL5
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL4
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM4
TIRES3
UNKNOWN OR OTHER3
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE3
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR3
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS3
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Nov 14, 2018
Incident date: Nov 11, 2018
WHEN I INITIALLY BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE IT HAD BEEN THROUGH PREVIOUS OWNERS AND I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO FIX THINGS BUT AM A SINGLE MOTHER OF THREE AND I JUST CAN AFFORD MUCH BUT I HAPPEN TO PUT THE YR MAKE AND MODEL INTO THE GOOGLE ONE DAY AND NOTICE OF RECALLS AND AS I READ THE SAME AS WHATS I HAD ALREA... Read more
POWER TRAIN Nov 14, 2018
Incident date: Nov 11, 2018
WHEN I INITIALLY BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE IT HAD BEEN THROUGH PREVIOUS OWNERS AND I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO FIX THINGS BUT AM A SINGLE MOTHER OF THREE AND I JUST CAN AFFORD MUCH BUT I HAPPEN TO PUT THE YR MAKE AND MODEL INTO THE GOOGLE ONE DAY AND NOTICE OF RECALLS AND AS I READ THE SAME AS WHATS I HAD ALREA... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Nov 14, 2018
Incident date: Nov 11, 2018
WHEN I INITIALLY BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE IT HAD BEEN THROUGH PREVIOUS OWNERS AND I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO FIX THINGS BUT AM A SINGLE MOTHER OF THREE AND I JUST CAN AFFORD MUCH BUT I HAPPEN TO PUT THE YR MAKE AND MODEL INTO THE GOOGLE ONE DAY AND NOTICE OF RECALLS AND AS I READ THE SAME AS WHATS I HAD ALREA... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Aug 20, 2018
Incident date: Aug 12, 2018
MY BROTHERS MAZDA MPV 2001 VAN HAS A MUSTY OR FREON LEAKING LIKE SMELL NOT SURE WHAT BUT WHEN AIR CONDITIONING IS ON IT'S REALLY BAD IS THIS HARMFUL TO BREATH FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN. I READ UP ON MANUFACTURER DEFECTS AN NO RECALL WAS ASSIGNED OR BROUGHT UP BUT SEVERAL AN I ... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY Aug 20, 2018
Incident date: Aug 12, 2018
MY BROTHERS MAZDA MPV 2001 VAN HAS A MUSTY OR FREON LEAKING LIKE SMELL NOT SURE WHAT BUT WHEN AIR CONDITIONING IS ON IT'S REALLY BAD IS THIS HARMFUL TO BREATH FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN. I READ UP ON MANUFACTURER DEFECTS AN NO RECALL WAS ASSIGNED OR BROUGHT UP BUT SEVERAL AN I ... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Nov 16, 2016
Incident date: Oct 31, 2016
HEADLIGHT MALFUNCTION MAZDA MPV 2001 WHILE DRIVING MY MPV ON CITY STREETS & FREEWAYS, THE LOW BEAMS FLICKER, OR TURN OFF, AND THE HIGH BEAM INDICATOR ILLUMINATES ON DASH BOARD. HOWEVER THE HIGH BEAMS DO WORK. WHEN THIS OCCURS IT PERSISTS BOTH WHEN STATIONARY OR IN MOTION. THE LOW BEAMS WILL INTERM... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Nov 16, 2016
Incident date: Oct 31, 2016
HEADLIGHT MALFUNCTION MAZDA MPV 2001 WHILE DRIVING MY MPV ON CITY STREETS & FREEWAYS, THE LOW BEAMS FLICKER, OR TURN OFF, AND THE HIGH BEAM INDICATOR ILLUMINATES ON DASH BOARD. HOWEVER THE HIGH BEAMS DO WORK. WHEN THIS OCCURS IT PERSISTS BOTH WHEN STATIONARY OR IN MOTION. THE LOW BEAMS WILL INTERM... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY Jul 22, 2016
Incident date: Jul 22, 2016
THE SPARE TIRE WINCH MOUNTED CENTRALLY UNDER THE PASSENGERS SIDE SECOND ROW SEAT WILL CORRODE AND JAM NOT ALLOWING FOR ACCESS TO THE SPARE TIRE IN A ROAD SIDE EMERGENCY.
AIR BAGS Jul 21, 2014
Incident date: Jul 20, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 MAZDA MPV. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER STARTING THE ENGINE, THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT SIDE AIRBAG ERRONEOUSLY DEPLOYED AS THE PASSENGER WAS GETTING INTO THE VEHICLE. THE PASSENGER SUFFERED AN INJURED BACK DURING THE INCIDENT. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT DURING THE DEPLOYM... Read more
1 injured
AIR BAGS Jun 23, 2014
Incident date: May 5, 2014
ON MAY THE 5TH 2014 WHILE SITTING STILL AND THE ENGINE NOT RUNNING THE PASSENGER SEAT AIRBAG DEPLOYED CAUSING DEEP BRUISING AND A CRACKED RIB TO MY DAUGHTER WHO WAS SITTING IN THE SEAT AT THE TIME. SINCE THEN I HAVE BEEN AFRAID TO DRIVE MY VEHICLE WHICH IS A 2001 MAZDA MPV. THIS IS THE ONLY VEHICLE ... Read more
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL Dec 30, 2011
Incident date: Dec 24, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 MAZDA MPV. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 55 MPH WHEN THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE THEN SPUN AROUND AND CRASHED INTO THE SAME VEHICLE A SECOND TIME FROM THE FRONT END. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT AND THE OT... Read more
Crash 2 injured
AIR BAGS May 3, 2011
Incident date: Apr 22, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 MAZDA MPV. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 35 MPH WHEN THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED INDEPENDENTLY. THE CONTACT WAS NOT INJURED BY THE AIR BAG AND THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT A RUBBER DUCK UNDER THE SEAT CAUSED THE AIR BAG ... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Jan 27, 2011
Incident date: May 11, 2009
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS 2001 MAZDA MPV. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE OR STEAM AROUND THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO EXIT THE HIGHWAY AND CONTACTED AAA TO HAVE THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE CONTACT DID NOT KNOW WHAT CAUSED THE FAILURE. THE TRANSMISSION AND CA... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR Jan 27, 2011
Incident date: May 11, 2009
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS 2001 MAZDA MPV. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE OR STEAM AROUND THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO EXIT THE HIGHWAY AND CONTACTED AAA TO HAVE THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE CONTACT DID NOT KNOW WHAT CAUSED THE FAILURE. THE TRANSMISSION AND CA... Read more
POWER TRAIN Oct 30, 2010
Incident date: Oct 10, 2010
MAZDA MPV'S OXYGEN SENSOR BANK2, SENSOR1 WIRE CIRCUIT BURNED UP. HAVE TO REPLACED THE OXYGEN SENSOR. THERE WAS NO FIRE ON MY MPV BUT IF I DIDN'T HAVE IT FIX FAST IT COULD CAUSE FIRE. *TR
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Jul 13, 2010
Incident date: Jul 1, 2010
2001 MAZDA MPV VAN TRANSMISSION QUIT AT 150,000. I WAS TOLD IT ALREADY BEEN REPLACED ONCE . WONT SHIFT PASS SECOND . ESTIMATE COST REPAIRS ARE $2599.00. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH May 25, 2010
Incident date: Apr 2, 2010
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 MAZDA MPV. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WAS SHUT OFF AND IN THE PARK POSITION. AS THE CONTACT EXITED, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO ROLL BACKWARD UNTIL CRASHING INTO A TREE. THE DEALER CONTRIBUTED THE FAILURE TO A FAULTY IGNITION SWITCH. THE IGNITION SWITCH WAS REPLACED BY THE ... Read more
Crash 1 injured
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS May 17, 2010
Incident date: May 3, 2010
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 MAZDA MPV. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A LOCAL MECHANIC PERFORMED ROUTINE MAINTENANCE ON THE VEHICLE AND STATED THAT THE BRAKES NEVER FUNCTIONED PROPERLY. THE RECALL REPAIR, 01V382000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC: FOUNDATION COMPONENTS: HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS) WAS REL... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Apr 16, 2010
Incident date: May 11, 2009
DEALER INSTALLED A REBUILT G4AEL TRANSMISSION AND A REBUILT CATALYTIC CONVERTER IN A 2001 MAZDA MPV LX VAN ON FEBRUARY 5, 2008. I PURCHASED THIS VAN ON MARCH 26, 2008. I WAS NOT INFORMED OF THE INSTALLATION OF THE USED PARTS IN A VAN ONLY SEVEN YEARS OLD. ON MAY 11, 2009, THE VAN BROKE DOWN W... Read more
TIRES Jan 2, 2010
Incident date: Dec 12, 2009
SPARE TIRE CARRIER ON 2001 MAZDA MPV VAN IS POOR DESIGN CAUSING A POSSIBLE DEATH IN THE EVENT THE SAFETY LATCH AND CABLE GIVE WAY. POOR LOCATION BETWEEN THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT AND REAR WHEELS. *TR
EQUIPMENT Jan 2, 2010
Incident date: Dec 12, 2009
SPARE TIRE CARRIER ON 2001 MAZDA MPV VAN IS POOR DESIGN CAUSING A POSSIBLE DEATH IN THE EVENT THE SAFETY LATCH AND CABLE GIVE WAY. POOR LOCATION BETWEEN THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT AND REAR WHEELS. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE Nov 22, 2009
Incident date: Jun 19, 2009
WATER RESERVOIR. *TR
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS Jul 4, 2009
Incident date: Jul 4, 2009
THERE IS AN OCCASIONAL SHORT IN THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH IN MY 2001 MAZDA MPV DX WHICH RESULTS IN THE HEADLIGHTS NOT WORKING UNLESS I DISASSEMBLE AND CLEAN THE CONTACTS. THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES WHILE DRIVING THE VAN AND I NOW HAVE TO CARRY TOOLS TO FIX IT AT ANY GIVEN TIME. WE ALSO TRY TO AVOID... Read more
AIR BAGS May 26, 2009
Incident date: May 17, 2009
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 MAZDA MPV. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS SITTING IN THE VEHICLE, THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT AN IMPACT OR CRASH OCCURRING. SHE THOUGHT HER BACK WAS ON FIRE AND ROLLED AROUND IN THE GRASS. THE CONTACT WAS TAKEN TO THE EMERGENCY ROOM FOR FIRST DEGREE BURNS, A CONT... Read more
Fire 1 injured
STRUCTURE Apr 20, 2009
Incident date: Apr 2, 2009
WITH NO DAMAGE OR SCRATCH WHATSOEVER TO THE FRONT BUMPER AND LICENSE PLATE OF MY 2001 MAZDA VAN AFTER I HIT A POLE LIGHTLY IN A PARKING LOT, I FOUND OUT THAT THE REINFORCEMENT BEHIND BUMPER WAS CRACKED OPEN AND THE CONDENSER AND RADIATOR ASSEMBLY BEHIND IT WAS SEVERELY DAMAGED. I WONDER HOW THIS KI... Read more
TIRES Sep 25, 2008
Incident date: Jan 15, 2004
I OWN A 2001 MAZDA MPV DX. IN THE USER MANUAL AND ON THE DOOR LABEL, THE MANUFACTURER RECOMMENDS A 94 FOR WEIGHT. MANY TIRE SHOPS OFFER A 92 RATED BASED ON BOOKS AND COMPUTER PROGRAMS. I DROVE 50,000 MILES USING MICHELIN HYDROEDGE RATED 92. I COULD FEEL LUG DRIVING THE CAR ALL THIS TIME. IS IT... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM May 28, 2008
Incident date: Aug 17, 2004
EXHAUST MANIFOLD STARTED LEAKING CAUSING THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TO TURN ON AND A "TICKING" SOUND AFTER STARTUP FOR THE FIRST FEW MINUTES. THIS OCCURRED WITH 58K ON THE VEHICLE. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING May 13, 2008
Incident date: May 1, 2008
2001 MAZDA MPV WITH CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON. CONSUMER STATES THAT THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE COOLANT WAS LEAKING, OIL FILTER AND OIL WERE CHANGED. *KB THE DEALERSHIP INFORMED THE CONSUMER THERE WAS A CRACK IN THE ENGINE BLOCK AND THE ONLY FIX WAS A NEW ENGINE. THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE WAS M... Read more
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH Jan 1, 2008
Incident date: Jan 1, 2008
EXTERNAL PLASTIC DOOR HANDLES ON BOTH SLIDING DOORS ON 2001 MAZDA MPV HAVE BROKEN OFF WHILE SHUTTING DOOR. DRIVER SIDE HANDLE HAS BEEN BROKEN 1 MONTH. THE PASSENGER SIDE BROKE ON JAN. 1, 2008. SEEMS TO BE RELATED TO COLD OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE. DOORS NOW MUST BE OPENED WITH THE INSIDE HANDLE. IN TH... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Dec 25, 2006
Incident date: Dec 24, 2006
MY 2001 MAZDA MPV MINIVAN BEGAN TO SHIFT HARD AND QUICK BETWEEN GEARS. HAD THE TRANSMISSION FLUID DRAINED AT 45K MILES. THE VAN HAS 74K RIGHT NOW AND I FEEL MAZDA'S DESIGN OF THIS TRANSMISSION IS THE CULPRIT AND NOT MYSELF WHO TAKES GOOD CARE OF VEHICLE AND HAVE RECORDS TO PROVE IT. WOULD LIKE TO ... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Oct 6, 2006
Incident date: Oct 6, 2006
THROTTLE PEDAL WAS STICKING UPON COLD START. PEDAL HAD TO BE STEPPED ON HARDER THAN USUAL UPON START WHICH THEN CAUSED VEHICLE TO SURGE FORWARD. VEHICLE SEEMED FINE AFTER FIRST PUSH OF PEDAL. DEALER HAD TO CLEAN OUT CARBON DEPOSITS. THIS HAS HAPPENED TWICE IN PAST 2 YEARS. WORRIED THAT PEDAL WO... Read more
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM Jun 15, 2006
Incident date: Jun 9, 2006
I HAVE A 2001 MAZDA MPV,BOUGHT IN 2001 FROM DEALER. NOW 5 YEARS LATER,ON THE DRIVERS SIDE LOWER CONTROL ARM, APPROXIMATELY 2 TO 3 IN. IN FROM BALL JOINT,THAT PORTION OF CONTROL ARM IS ABOUT TO FALL OFF OR TEAR DUE TO CORROSION. THAT I WOULD SAY IS A VERY CHEAP DESIGN BY THEIR ENGINEERS OF MAZDA CO... Read more
SEAT BELTS:FRONT Feb 9, 2006
Incident date: Feb 7, 2006
PARKED A STOP LIGHT WITH ONE VAN AHEAD OF ME SEAT BELT THAT WAS HOOKED ON THE MECHANISM THAT CONTROLS THE BACK OF THE DRIVERS SEAT SLIPPED OFF AND THREW THE SEAT BACKWARDS, FORCING ME TO TAKE FOOT OFF BRAKE AND HIT THE CAR AHEAD OF ME AND CAUSING ME ( BY THE FORCE I WAS THROWN BACK) SEVERE HEADACHE... Read more
Crash 2 injured
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Jan 9, 2006
Incident date: Nov 16, 2005
THE TRANSMISSION OF MY 2001 MAZDA MPV SE BEGAN TO SLIP VERY BADLY IN 3RD AND THERE WAS NO 4TH GEAR AFTER 100K MILES. THERE WERE NO WARNING SIGNS AND THE 3 FACILITIES THAT LOOKED AT THE VEHICLE STATED THE FLUID WAS FINE AND THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REBUILT OR REPLACED FOR AN AVERAGE COST OF $25... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Jul 9, 2005
Incident date: Jan 15, 2005
TRANSPORT CANADA HAS ISSUED TC RECALL #: 2004376 FOR A SAFETY-RELATED DEFECT. MY WIFE ANDI WERE INVOLVED IN THREE SEPARATE INCIDENTS INVOLVING AN UNEXPECTED INCREASE IN STOPPING DISTANCES, NEARLY RESULTING IN CRASHES! IN SUB-ZERO TEMPERATURES, (MINUS 25 DEGREES FARENHEIT), I ATTEMPTED TO STOP ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE Jul 8, 2005
Incident date: Jun 20, 2005
DT: THE CONSUMER TOOK HIS VEHICLE IN FOR WARRANTY WORK ON THE CRUISE CONTROL. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS ON, SO THE DEALER DID A CHECK AND FOUND THE INTAKE MANIFOLD WAS THE PROBLEM. CONSUMER SAYS THAT THEY RECYCLED UNUSED GAS BACK THROUGH THE INTAKE TO BE BURNED, THIS CAUSED CARBON BUILDUP. THE DEA... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL Jul 8, 2005
Incident date: Jun 20, 2005
DT: THE CONSUMER TOOK HIS VEHICLE IN FOR WARRANTY WORK ON THE CRUISE CONTROL. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS ON, SO THE DEALER DID A CHECK AND FOUND THE INTAKE MANIFOLD WAS THE PROBLEM. CONSUMER SAYS THAT THEY RECYCLED UNUSED GAS BACK THROUGH THE INTAKE TO BE BURNED, THIS CAUSED CARBON BUILDUP. THE DEA... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Feb 23, 2005
Incident date: Feb 18, 2005
BURRING SMELL CAME FROM ENGINE SINCE LAST MAINTAINCE PERFORMED TO RESOLVE RECALL. ABS LIGHT CAME ON, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STOPPED AND HAD TO BE JUMPED TO START - THIS HAPPENED THREE MORE TIMES AND WAS TAKEN IN. THE ALTERNATOR HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE AT FAULT, BUT IT IS ONLY DAYS OUT OF WARRENTY ... Read more
Fire
AIR BAGS Feb 7, 2005
Incident date: Jan 18, 2005
I HAD AN ACCIDENT THE 01/18/05 IN MAZDA MPV 2001 VAN, THE INSURANCE COMPANY DECLARE TOTAL LOST OF THE CAR, AND MY COMPLAINT IS BECAUSE THE AIR BAGS DID NOT WORK, NEVER CAME OUT, THAT`S WHY ME AND MY FAMILY ARE IN THERAPY FOR NECK AND BACK, I ASKING FOR HELP, BECAUSE I CALLED THE MAZDA COMPANY AND T... Read more
Crash 4 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jan 23, 2005
Incident date: Nov 15, 2003
CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON REPEATEDLY( AT LEAST 15 TIMES IN THE PAST 12 MONTHS WITH THE SAME 4 OR 5 CODES) CAR JERKS WHEN IDLING. REPLACED O2 SENSORS, MANIFOLD GASKETS(2), SPARK PLUGS AND WIRES, TOP ENGINE CLEAN, MANY TIMES THE LIGHT WAS JUST RESET. IT WAS UNDER WARRANTY THE FIRST TIME IT WENT IN BUT EV... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL Jan 23, 2005
Incident date: Nov 15, 2003
CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON REPEATEDLY( AT LEAST 15 TIMES IN THE PAST 12 MONTHS WITH THE SAME 4 OR 5 CODES) CAR JERKS WHEN IDLING. REPLACED O2 SENSORS, MANIFOLD GASKETS(2), SPARK PLUGS AND WIRES, TOP ENGINE CLEAN, MANY TIMES THE LIGHT WAS JUST RESET. IT WAS UNDER WARRANTY THE FIRST TIME IT WENT IN BUT EV... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Jan 19, 2005
Incident date: Jan 2, 2005
ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS STICKING AFTER PLACING THE VEHICLE IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. THE VAN WOULD JUMP WHEN PUSHING THE PEDAL. THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD BY THE DEALERSHIP, THAT THE PROBLEM WAS CAUSED BY BAD THROTTLE BODY. *NM
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR Jan 6, 2005
Incident date: Jan 6, 2005
WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH VEHICLE SUDDENLY SHUT OFF. VEHICLE WAS TOWED, AND THE ALTERNATOR WAS FOUND TO BE DEFECTIVE.*AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION Sep 14, 2004
Incident date: Jun 21, 2004
IGNITION KEY STUCK AND WON'T COME OUT OF IGNITION SWITCH. I NEEDED TO REPLACE ALL THE COLUMN, A NEW BATTERY, A NEW IGNITION SYSTEM......THOUSAND DOLLARS. THE DEALERK IS NOW NOTIFIED.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH Aug 24, 2004
Incident date: Aug 23, 2004
CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO REMOVE THE KEY FROM THE VEHICLE. DEALER STATED THAT THE SHIFT INTERLOCK WAS DEFECTIVE CONSUMER WILL HAVE TO PAY FOR THE REPLACEMENT.*AK
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Jun 1, 2004
Incident date: May 31, 2004
TRANSMISSION SHIFTS VIOLENTLY DURING 1-2 SHIFT DURING A BRISK GET AWAY FROM A COMPLETE STOP. THE SHIFT ALMOST SEEMS TO STOP THE VAN'S FORWARD MOMENTUM AND STALL THE ENGINE. THIS OCCURS MAINLY WHEN THE CAR IS COLD. *AK
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER Jun 1, 2004
Incident date: May 14, 2004
SINCE WE GOT THE VAN IT WAS A NEW VEHICLE AND THE ENGINE LIGHT HAS CONSISTENTLY COME ON. THE DEALER TRYED TO TELL US WE WERE NOT TIGHTENING THE GAS CAP. THEN IT WAS WE NEEDED A NEW GAS CAP. YOU HAVE TO TAKE IT TO THE SHOP EVERY TIME THE LIGHT COMES ON. ONE MECHANIC STATED IT WAS AN 02 SENSOR THA... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE) Jun 1, 2004
Incident date: May 14, 2004
SINCE WE GOT THE VAN IT WAS A NEW VEHICLE AND THE ENGINE LIGHT HAS CONSISTENTLY COME ON. THE DEALER TRYED TO TELL US WE WERE NOT TIGHTENING THE GAS CAP. THEN IT WAS WE NEEDED A NEW GAS CAP. YOU HAVE TO TAKE IT TO THE SHOP EVERY TIME THE LIGHT COMES ON. ONE MECHANIC STATED IT WAS AN 02 SENSOR THA... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Apr 12, 2004
ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS STICKING AFTER PLACING THE VEHICLE IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. *PH THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD BY THE DEALERSHIP, THAT THE PROBLEM WAS CAUSED BY CARBON BUILD-UP ON THE THROTTLE BODY WHICH WAS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY AND CONSIDERED A MAINTENANCE PROBLEM. *JB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR Feb 27, 2004
CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT A CATALYTIC CONVERTER PROBLEM. CATALYTIC CONVERTER WAS UNDER WARRANTY AND WAS REPLACED TWICE WITHIN 1 YEAR. COMSUMER MAINTAINED THAT DEALER WAS NOT DOING WHAT WAS NEEDED TO REMEDY THE PROBLEM. DEALERSHIP ASKED CONSUMER TO RETURN THE RENTAL CAR ALTHOUGH THE CATALYTIC CON... Read more

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EPA Fuel Economy, 2001 MAZDA MPV

Trim / Engine City MPG Highway MPG Combined MPG Fuel Type Annual Fuel Cost
2.5L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) 16.0 21.0 18.0 Regular $3,450

CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Minivan - 2WD)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2001 MAZDA MPV

161 manufacturer communications from 118 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT29
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL13
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM12
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING9
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY8
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY7
020000 SUSPENSION5
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER5
SA-011-24 Feb 12, 2024
010000 STEERING
Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle-specific workshop manual or owner's manu
SA-011-24 Feb 12, 2024
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle-specific workshop manual or owner's manu
SA-011-24 Feb 12, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle-specific workshop manual or owner's manu
SA-011-24 Feb 12, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle-specific workshop manual or owner's manu
SA-011-24 Feb 12, 2024
190000 TIRES
Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle-specific workshop manual or owner's manu
SA-011-24 Feb 12, 2024
200000 WHEELS
Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle-specific workshop manual or owner's manu
09-016-23 Feb 28, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Speedometer replacement procedure
09-016-23 Feb 28, 2023
117100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER
Speedometer replacement procedure
02-004-22a Nov 18, 2022
020000 SUSPENSION
Some customers may complain of signs of oil on the struts or shock absorbers. In most cases the oil that is present is normal, and a result of the oil that remains on the shaft during the normal sweeping process of the shaft seal. Follow th
09-037-22 Sep 16, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mazda can no longer support the replacement of immobilizer units LC62-67-5G2* or DC69-67-5G2* because the supplier is no longer in existence.
09-024-22 Jul 18, 2022
117100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER
In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer.
01-006-22 Jun 22, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This service bulletin provides testing and charging procedures in order to promote proper battery maintenance, to deliver new vehicles with fully charged batteries, and to reduce unnecessary battery replacement cost. For new vehicles in st
02-004-22 May 24, 2022
020000 SUSPENSION
Some customers may complain of signs of oil on the struts or shock absorbers. In most cases the oil that is present is normal, and a result of the oil that remains on the shaft during the normal sweeping process of the shaft seal. Follow th
SA-014-22 Mar 29, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Accessory instructions can be found on OneMazda under Dealer Resources - Parts & Accessories.
01-003/22 Mar 17, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The Mazda DCA-8000 is required for all warranty battery testing. If the Mazda DCA-8000 is not used, incorrect battery testing may result in unnecessary battery replacement. Use the following test procedures in this Service Bulletin to test
01-003/22 Mar 17, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
The Mazda DCA-8000 is required for all warranty battery testing. If the Mazda DCA-8000 is not used, incorrect battery testing may result in unnecessary battery replacement. Use the following test procedures in this Service Bulletin to test
00-001-22 Feb 23, 2022
010000 STEERING
Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle-specific workshop manual or owner's manu
00-001-22 Feb 23, 2022
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle-specific workshop manual or owner's manu
00-001-22 Feb 23, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle-specific workshop manual or owner's manu
00-001-22 Feb 23, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle-specific workshop manual or owner's manu
01-006-21-3779b Dec 21, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery Maintenance: This service bulletin provides testing and charging procedures in order to promote proper battery maintenance, to deliver new vehicles with fully charged batteries, and to reduce unnecessary battery replacement cost.
05-002-21-3854 Dec 8, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Cooler and Lines Flushing Procedure: Automatic Transaxle/Transmission (A/T) oil cooler and lines must be power flushed completely before an overhauled or replacement A/T is installed (except SKYACTIV-DRIVE)
01-006-21-3779a Aug 24, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides testing and charging procedures in order to promote proper battery maintenance, to deliver new vehicles with fully charged batteries, and to reduce unnecessary battery replacement cost. For new vehicles in sto
01-006-21-3779a Aug 24, 2021
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
This service bulletin provides testing and charging procedures in order to promote proper battery maintenance, to deliver new vehicles with fully charged batteries, and to reduce unnecessary battery replacement cost. For new vehicles in sto
09-025-21-3824 Aug 17, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin provides information regarding the proper use of the driver??A?A?s floor mat to avoid any potential interference with the foot pedals. The following are possible causes of floor mat interference, which can be avoided w
SA-041-21 Jun 9, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Accessory instructions can be found on OneMazda under Dealer Resources - Parts & Accessories. The links provided below can be used for quick access: For 2016 models and newer: NOTE: Instructions are found under the "Attachments" section onc
0900116 Mar 16, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Parts changed for immobilizer unit
01-005-21-3778 Feb 8, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The Mazda DCA-8000PM is required for all warranty battery testing. If the Mazda DCA-8000PM is not used, incorrect battery testing may result in unnecessary battery replacement. Use the following test procedures in this Service Bulletin to t
01-006-21-3779 Feb 8, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This service bulletin provides testing and charging procedures in order to promote proper battery maintenance, to deliver new vehicles with fully charged batteries, and to reduce unnecessary battery replacement cost. For new vehicles in sto
07-001-21-3775 Jan 26, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
A musty/mildew type odor may come from the vents when the air conditioning (A/C) system is operating. It is most noticeable when the A/C is first turned ON. This odor is the result of mold growth in the A/C evaporator/cooling unit which is
00-001-21-3768 Jan 21, 2021
010000 STEERING
Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle specific workshop manual or owner's manu
00-001-21-3768 Jan 21, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle specific workshop manual or owner's manu
00-001-21-3768 Jan 21, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle specific workshop manual or owner's manu
00-001-21-3768 Jan 21, 2021
200000 WHEELS
Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle specific workshop manual or owner's manu
09-002-21-3770 Jan 21, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer
09-002-21-3770 Jan 21, 2021
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer
09-002-21-3770 Jan 21, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer
MT-002-20 Aug 3, 2020
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
New CARB regulation regarding mandatory checking and documenting of tire pressure whenever a vehicle is in for service work. This applies to all service shops (including Mazda dealerships) in California effective September 1, 2010.
MT-002-20 Aug 3, 2020
200000 WHEELS
New CARB regulation regarding mandatory checking and documenting of tire pressure whenever a vehicle is in for service work. This applies to all service shops (including Mazda dealerships) in California effective September 1, 2010.
09-006-20-3673a Jul 20, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
When encountering a vehicle with paint damage, refer to the "Mazda Paint Warranty Guide" to determine cause, prevention, remedy, and warranty coverage (if applicable).
00-001-20-3689 Mar 12, 2020
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle specific workshop manual or owner's manu
00-001-20-3689 Mar 12, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle specific workshop manual or owner's manu
00-001-20-3689 Mar 12, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle specific workshop manual or owner's manu
00-001-20-3689 Mar 12, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle specific workshop manual or owner's manu
09-006-20-3673 Jan 13, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
When encountering a vehicle with paint damage, refer to the "Mazda Pocket Paint Guide" to determine cause, prevention, remedy, and warranty coverage (if applicable). Copies of the Mazda Pocket Paint Guide are available for order on Mazda e-
02-002-20-3651 Jan 9, 2020
020000 SUSPENSION
Some customers may complain of signs of oil on the struts or shock absorbers. In most cases the oil that is present is normal, and a result of the oil that remains on the shaft during the normal sweeping process of the shaft seal. Follow th
02-002-20-3651 Jan 9, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Some customers may complain of signs of oil on the struts or shock absorbers. In most cases the oil that is present is normal, and a result of the oil that remains on the shaft during the normal sweeping process of the shaft seal. Follow th
02-002-20-3651 Jan 9, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Some customers may complain of signs of oil on the struts or shock absorbers. In most cases the oil that is present is normal, and a result of the oil that remains on the shaft during the normal sweeping process of the shaft seal. Follow th
09-003-20-3671 Jan 9, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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??A?A?s responsibility
09-003-20-3671 Jan 9, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
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??A?A?s responsibility
07-002-19-3616a Dec 17, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
A musty/mildew type odor may come from the vents when the air conditioning (A/C) system is operating. It is most noticeable when the A/C is first turned ON. This odor is the result of mold growth in the A/C evaporator/cooling unit which is
07-002-19-3616a Dec 17, 2019
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
A musty/mildew type odor may come from the vents when the air conditioning (A/C) system is operating. It is most noticeable when the A/C is first turned ON. This odor is the result of mold growth in the A/C evaporator/cooling unit which is
07-002-19-3616a Dec 17, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
A musty/mildew type odor may come from the vents when the air conditioning (A/C) system is operating. It is most noticeable when the A/C is first turned ON. This odor is the result of mold growth in the A/C evaporator/cooling unit which is
07-002-19-3616 Jul 16, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
A musty/mildew type odor may come from the vents when the air conditioning (A/C) system is operating. It is most noticeable when the A/C is first turned ON. This odor is the result of mold growth in the A/C evaporator/cooling unit which is
07-002-19-3616 Jul 16, 2019
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
A musty/mildew type odor may come from the vents when the air conditioning (A/C) system is operating. It is most noticeable when the A/C is first turned ON. This odor is the result of mold growth in the A/C evaporator/cooling unit which is
00-001-19-3560 Jan 14, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle- specific workshop manual or owner's man
00-002-19-3561 Jan 14, 2019
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Mazda North American Operations has approved an additional on-car brake lathe as an option for MNAO authorized equipment. The Pro-Cut On-Car Brake Lathe has been added to the MNAO authorized equipment program. NOTE: Accu-turn is still an ap
09-005-19-3562 Jan 14, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
When encountering a vehicle with paint damage, refer to the "Mazda Pocket Paint Guide" to determine cause, prevention, remedy, and warranty coverage (if applicable). Copies of the Mazda Pocket Paint Guide are available for order on Mazda e-
09-009-19-3566 Jan 14, 2019
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
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 co
01-004-19-3558 Jan 9, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
On some vehicles, a sulfur smell or 'rotten egg' odor may be noticed coming from the exhaust system. The odor is usually noticed after a cold start, fast idle, extended periods of idling and full throttle acceleration. Sulfur smell is not a
09-002-19-3554 Jan 3, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This service bulletin provides information regarding the proper use of the driver's floor mat to avoid anypotential interference with the foot pedals. The following are possible causes of floor mat interference,which can be avoided with pro
01-001-19-3551 Jan 2, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This service bulletin provides testing and charging procedures in order to promote proper battery maintenance, to deliver new vehicles with fully charged batteries, and to reduce unnecessary battery replacement cost. For new vehicles in sto
01-002-19-3552 Jan 2, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The Mazda GR8-1291 is required for all warranty battery testing. If the Mazda GR8-1291 is not used, incorrect battery testing may result in unnecessary battery replacement. Use the following test procedures in this Service Bulletin to test
02-001-19-3550 Jan 2, 2019
020000 SUSPENSION
Some customers may complain of signs of oil on the struts or shock absorbers. In most cases the oil that is present is normal, and a result of the oil that remains on the shaft during the normal sweeping process of the shaft seal. Follow th
MT-012-18 Dec 11, 2018
010000 STEERING
If a vehicle has body vibration or steering wheel shimmy while driving and the root cause is determined to be tire balance, re-balance the tires using a Hunter GSP9700 or equivalent balance machine. If your dealer does not have a GSP9700 or
MT-012-18 Dec 11, 2018
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
If a vehicle has body vibration or steering wheel shimmy while driving and the root cause is determined to be tire balance, re-balance the tires using a Hunter GSP9700 or equivalent balance machine. If your dealer does not have a GSP9700 or
00-001-18-3446a Oct 10, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle- specific workshop manual or owner's man
00-001-18-3446a Oct 10, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle- specific workshop manual or owner's man
00-003-18-3480a Oct 10, 2018
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Mazda North American Operations has approved an additional on-car brake lathe as an option for MNAO authorized equipment. The Pro-Cut On-Car Brake Lathe has been added to the MNAO authorized equipment program. NOTE: Accu-turn is still an ap
00-003-18-3480a Oct 10, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Mazda North American Operations has approved an additional on-car brake lathe as an option for MNAO authorized equipment. The Pro-Cut On-Car Brake Lathe has been added to the MNAO authorized equipment program. NOTE: Accu-turn is still an ap
09-014-18-3443a Oct 10, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
When encountering a vehicle with paint damage, refer to the "Mazda Pocket Paint Guide" to determine cause, prevention, remedy, and warranty coverage (if applicable). Copies of the Mazda Pocket Paint Guide are available for order on Mazda e-
09-014-18-3443a Oct 10, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
When encountering a vehicle with paint damage, refer to the "Mazda Pocket Paint Guide" to determine cause, prevention, remedy, and warranty coverage (if applicable). Copies of the Mazda Pocket Paint Guide are available for order on Mazda e-
09-034-18-3430a Oct 10, 2018
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
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 co
09-034-18-3430a Oct 10, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
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 co
RF-18-03 Sep 11, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
EXHAUST PIPE GASKET OPEN END: There has been some concern with the open end of hoop design being considered a defect in the gasket for P/N AJ17-40-305. The end of this ?hoop? is intentionally modified to press fix the gasket on the exhaust
RF-18-03 Sep 11, 2018
063200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
EXHAUST PIPE GASKET OPEN END: There has been some concern with the open end of hoop design being considered a defect in the gasket for P/N AJ17-40-305. The end of this ?hoop? is intentionally modified to press fix the gasket on the exhaust
01-016-18-3522 Sep 6, 2018
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
On some vehicles, a sulfur smell or 'rotten egg' odor may be noticed coming from the exhaust system. The odor is usually noticed after a cold start, fast idle, extended periods of idling and full throttle acceleration. Sulfur smell is not a
09-034-18-3430 Aug 31, 2018
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
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 co
00-003-18-3480 May 11, 2018
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Mazda North American Operations has approved an additional on-car brake lathe as an option for MNAOauthorized equipment. The Pro-Cut On-Car Brake Lathe has been added to the MNAO authorizedequipment program.NOTE: Accu-turn is still an appro
07-002-18-3432 Apr 16, 2018
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
A musty/mildew type odor may come from the vents when the air conditioning (A/C) system is operating. It is most noticeable when the A/C is first turned ON. This odor is the result of mold growth in the A/Cevaporator/cooling unit which is c
09-019-18-3450 Mar 26, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This service bulletin provides information regarding the proper use of the driver's floor mat to avoid any potential interference with the foot pedals. The following are possible causes of floor mat interference, which can be avoided with p
01-008-18-3451 Mar 26, 2018
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
This service bulletin provides testing and charging procedures in order to promote proper battery maintenance, to deliver new vehicles with fully charged batteries, and to reduce unnecessary battery replacement cost. For new vehicles in sto
01-009-18-3452 Mar 26, 2018
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
The Mazda GR8-1291 is required for all warranty battery testing. If the Mazda GR8-1291 is not used, incorrect battery testing may result in unnecessary battery replacement. Use the following test procedures in this Service Bulletin to test
02-006-18-3449 Mar 26, 2018
021300 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER
Some customers may complain of signs of oil on the struts or shock absorbers. In most cases the oil that is present is normal, and a result of the oil that remains on the shaft during the normal sweeping process of the shaft seal. Follow th
02-006-18-3449 Mar 26, 2018
022400 SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
Some customers may complain of signs of oil on the struts or shock absorbers. In most cases the oil that is present is normal, and a result of the oil that remains on the shaft during the normal sweeping process of the shaft seal. Follow th
00-001-18-3446 Mar 22, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle-specific workshop manual or owner's manu
09-014-18-3443 Mar 22, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
When encountering a vehicle with paint damage, refer to the "Mazda Pocket Paint Guide" to determine cause, prevention, remedy, and warranty coverage (if applicable).
09-035-17-3080 Aug 7, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
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 co
09-035-17-3080 Aug 7, 2017
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
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 co
SA-061-17 Jul 12, 2017
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
In an effort to achieve a higher level of Customer Experience and retain the value of Mazda's vehicles, MNAO Warranty Operations is? 2017 Mazda North American Operations, U.S.A. allowing all Mazda dealers to utilize a third party, SPECMO En
00-004-16-3237 Aug 11, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
RAISING A VEHICLE WITH A JACK CAN BE DANGEROUS IF NOT DONE PROPERLY. THE VEHICLE CAN SLIP OFF THE JACK AND SERI-OUSLY INJURE SOMEONE. IN THIS SERVICE INFORMATION, SOME IMPORTANT WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS HAVE BEEN TAKEN FROM THE OWNER?S MANUAL.
0000216 Feb 26, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Mazda guidelines for factory scheduled maintenance
0901216 Feb 26, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Paint damage Mazda pocket paint guide
0900716 Feb 17, 2016
117100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER
Speedometer replacement procedure
0100316 Feb 15, 2016
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
SULFUR SMELL FROM EXHAUST SYSTEM.
0100316 Feb 15, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
SULFUR SMELL FROM EXHAUST SYSTEM.
0100416 Feb 15, 2016
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Battery Maintenance
0100416 Feb 15, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Battery Maintenance
0100516 Feb 15, 2016
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Battery test procedure requirements using the GR81291
0100516 Feb 15, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Battery test procedure requirements using the GR81291

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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
EA, Closed , Model Year: 1991
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
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1991
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
EA, Closed , Model Year: 1990
INCONSIST.BRK PERFORMANCE
There is no summary currently available
PE91134 Opened: Oct 1, 1991 , Closed: Feb 3, 1992
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1990
INCONSISTENT BRAKE PERFORM
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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 (current) 3 82
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 5 27 View

Other MAZDA Models

Model Recalls Complaints
MAZDA6 98 2,911 View
TRIBUTE 65 2,831 View
B-SERIES TRUCK 65 888 View
MAZDA3 64 3,983 View
CX-9 59 1,796 View
626 54 3,892 View
RX-8 42 1,003 View
PROTEGE 38 1,380 View