Mazda MPV recalls and problems

16 recalls and 575 owner complaints for 7 model years. Pick your year for full details.

Recalls
16
Complaints
575
Crashes reported
47
Fires reported
13

Choose a model year

Mazda MPV by year

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesDeaths
2006 MPV2122020
2005 MPV3365080
2004 MPV5712120
2003 MPV4113122180
2002 MPV41244560
2001 MPV370102200
2000 MPV5149123230

Most reported Mazda MPV problems

Problem areaReports
Power Train129
Engine and Engine Cooling120
Air Bags66
Electrical System62
Structure46
Vehicle Speed Control35
Tires31
Service Brakes, Hydraulic24
Seat Belts22
Suspension16

All Mazda MPV recalls

RecallDateYearsComponentSummary
19V-781Oct 31, 20192004–2005Do not driveAir BagsMazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2003-2008 Mazda6, 2004-2005 MPV, 2004 RX-8, and 2006-2007 Mazdaspeed6 vehicles.
18V-402Jun 15, 20182004–2006Do not driveAir BagsMazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2003-2008 Mazda6, 2006-2007 Mazdaspeed6 and 2004 MPV vehicles nationwide.
18V-404Jun 15, 20182005–2006Do not driveAir BagsMazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2005-2006 Mazda MPV vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota…
04V-282Jun 10, 20042003–2004EquipmentThe tire inflation pressure indicated on the vehicle certification label is not correct.
04V-234May 19, 20042001–2002Vehicle Speed ControlOn certain minivans equipped with cruise control, the cruise control actuator cable may be broken due to insufficient strength (Group 1).
04V-109Mar 9, 20042003–2004EquipmentCertain minivans fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no.
04V-073Feb 17, 20042004Air BagsAs a result of an ncap test, certain minivans fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no.
03V-206Jun 5, 20032002–2003Exterior LightingOn certain mini vans and passenger vehicles, the socket holder in the fog lights is installed in the lamp casing using pressure.
03V-053Feb 13, 20032002–2003Exterior LightingOn certain mini vans equipped with front fog lights,the fog light bulb socket may have been installed improperly.
02V-196Aug 5, 20022001Air BagsOn certain passenger vehicles, some of the passenger air bag modules were not properly welded and may not deploy in a collision.
02V-078Mar 20, 20022002EquipmentCertain mini vans fail to comply to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no.
01V-382Dec 17, 20012000–2001Service Brakes, HydraulicVehicle description: certain mini vans without anti-lock braking systems (Abs) fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no.
00V-113Apr 11, 20002000EquipmentVehicle description: mini vans equipped with original equipment 16 inch tires.
00V-113Apr 11, 20002000EquipmentVehicle description: mini vans.
99V-191Jul 16, 19992000Latches/Locks/LinkagesVehicle description: minivans.
99V-171Jul 7, 19992000Engine and Engine CoolingVehicle description: minivans equipped with engines supplied by ford motor company cleveland engine plant.

Frequently asked questions

What is the worst year for the Mazda MPV?

By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2000 Mazda MPV has the most reports (149). Check the 2000 page for the problems owners describe.

How many recalls does the Mazda MPV have?

NHTSA lists 16 safety recalls covering Mazda MPV model years 2000–2006.

What are the most common Mazda MPV problems?

Owners report power train, engine and engine cooling, air bags problems most often.