2001 Mazda MPV recalls and problems

The 2001 Mazda MPV has 3 safety recalls and 70 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Mazda dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

10 / 2

Injuries / deaths

20 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2001 Mazda MPV vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2001 Mazda MPV recalls

Recall 04V-234: Vehicle Speed Control

Reported May 19, 2004 · 10,200 vehicles affected · MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS

Problem: 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 repaired and possibly had a defective cable installed during that repair (Group 2).

Risk: 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.

Fix: 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.

Recall 02V-196: Air Bags

Reported Aug 5, 2002 · 25 vehicles affected · MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS

Problem: On certain passenger vehicles, some of the passenger air bag modules were not properly welded and may not deploy in a collision.

Risk: The seat occupant may not be properly protected in the event of a collision, increasing the risk of personal injury.

Fix: 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.

Recall 01V-382: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Dec 17, 2001 · 19,000 vehicles affected · MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS

Problem: 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 partial failure requirements of the standard.

Risk: If partial failure occurred in the braking system, the stopping distance of the vehicle could increase, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

2001 Mazda MPV problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Engine and Engine Cooling	15
Air Bags	11
Power Train	10
Electrical System	8
Vehicle Speed Control	7
Structure	6
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	5
Equipment	4
Unknown or Other	3
Tires	3
Latches/Locks/Linkages	2
Suspension	2

Most reported parts

Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 7
Air Bags › Frontal — 4
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline — 3
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components — 3
Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Emission Control › Catalytic Convertor — 3
Structure › Body — 3
Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch — 2
Equipment › Electrical › Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc. — 2

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 73,500 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2001 Mazda MPV complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Structure · reported Aug 20, 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 mean several complaints and recommended things to do about this ) smell issue) is know by the manufacturer company but om all my research an findings contain no evidence of dealships seeling these vehicle have no record of doing any replacement of parts or maintenance on effective moldy or freon…

Electrical System · at 108,000 miles · reported Nov 16, 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 intermittently and momentarily turn on, later the "high beam" indicator will illuminate that the low beams off again. No reason. I cannot drive at dusk or at night due to the issue of never knowing if the low beams will work or not! If I drive with high beams all other motorists are honking or bothered. I…

Structure · at 160,000 miles · reported 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 · at 135,446 miles · reported Jul 21, 2014

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 deployment the air bag did not inflate but was visible from the side of the passenger seat. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was no notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 135,446.

Air Bags · at 140,000 miles · reported Jun 23, 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 that I have and can not afford another because I AM disabled and draw ssi. Please help!

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Mazda MPV have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2001 Mazda MPV: 04V-234 (vehicle speed control), 02V-196 (air bags), 01V-382 (service brakes, hydraulic). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2001 Mazda MPV?

Owners report engine and engine cooling problems most often (15 reports), followed by air bags (11). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 73,500 miles.

Are Mazda recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mazda dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.