Mazda MPV recalls and complaints by year
Comprehensive recall and complaint data for the Mazda MPV, sourced from official National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) records.
Last updated: (NHTSA data snapshot)
At a Glance
Stats focus on model years from 1960 onwards. Earlier years appear in the detailed table below where data exists.
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Key Takeaways
A quick scan of where recalls and complaints concentrate for the Mazda MPV, based on aggregated NHTSA counts and campaign metadata.
- Coverage spans model years 1989–2006 with 44 recall campaigns and 1156 complaints in NHTSA data.
- Years with the most recall activity: 2004 (5), 2000 (5), and 1989 (5).
- Years with the most complaint volume: 2000 (184), 2002 (143), and 2003 (141).
- Top recall themes: Airbags, Equipment and labeling, and Brakes.
- Most reported complaint areas (across all years): Power train:automatic transmission, Engine and engine cooling:engine, Air bags.
- Complaints are not proof of a defect, but repeated themes can be useful signals when researching a used vehicle.
- Always check your specific VIN for open recalls (open recalls are VIN-specific and can change over time).
Recall Themes
Instead of listing long campaign narratives, this groups recall campaigns into a few recurring areas. Each theme links back to official notices as evidence.
Airbags
5 campaigns · Years: 2001, 2004–2006These campaigns relate to airbag system components and deployment/airbag readiness issues.
Equipment and labeling
5 campaigns · Years: 2000, 2002–2004These campaigns relate to equipment compliance, labeling, or tires.
Brakes
4 campaigns · Years: 1989–1991, 2000–2001These campaigns relate to braking system components that can affect stopping performance or warning behavior.
Seats and restraints
3 campaigns · Years: 1989–1991, 2000These campaigns relate to seats, belts, airbags restraint integration, or child restraint anchoring components.
Visibility and lighting
2 campaigns · Years: 2002–2003These campaigns relate to lighting, glass, or visibility components (lamps, wipers, and related systems).
Electrical
1 campaign · Years: 1989–1998These campaigns relate to wiring or electrical components that can cause warning lights, loss of function, or fire risk in some cases.
- 15V674000 · Electrical system: Switch
Engine and cooling
1 campaign · Years: 2000These campaigns relate to engine or cooling components where failures can lead to stalling or overheating risk.
- 99V171000 · Engine and engine cooling: Gasoline
Other
1 campaign · Years: 2001–2002These campaigns do not fit a single dominant theme, or the component taxonomy is broad.
- 04V234000 · Vehicle speed control: Cables
Most Reported Issues
Across all model years, the most frequently reported areas for the Mazda MPV in NHTSA complaint data are Power train:automatic transmission, Engine and engine cooling:engine, Air bags.
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Year-by-Year Overview
Each row shows how often this model appears in NHTSA recalls and consumer complaints for a given model year. These are counts of campaigns and complaints, not risk predictions.
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 2 | 16 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Air bags, Engine, Power train:automatic transmission. |
| 2005 | 3 | 45 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Air bags, Engine, Engine and engine cooling. |
| 2004 | 5 | 84 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Air bags, Electrical system, Engine and engine cooling:engine. |
| 2003 | 4 | 141 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train:automatic transmission, Engine and engine cooling, Electrical system. |
| 2002 | 4 | 143 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train:automatic transmission, Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system, Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:catalytic convertor. |
| 2001 | 3 | 82 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train:automatic transmission, Air bags, Vehicle speed control. |
| 2000 | 5 | 184 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Tires, Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch, Electrical system. |
| 1999 | 0 | 2 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, Tires:tread/belt. |
| 1998 | 1 | 26 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Air bags:frontal, Electrical system, Air bags. |
| 1997 | 1 | 27 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Air bags:frontal, Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline, Seats. |
| 1996 | 1 | 21 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Air bags:frontal, Equipment:appliance:air conditioner, Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip. |
| 1995 | 1 | 21 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:pads, Engine and engine cooling:cooling system. |
| 1994 | 1 | 41 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Air bags:frontal, Engine and engine cooling:engine, Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline. |
| 1993 | 1 | 65 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train:automatic transmission, Air bags:frontal, Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline. |
| 1992 | 1 | 95 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train:automatic transmission, Engine and engine cooling:engine, Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:pads. |
| 1991 | 3 | 81 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train:automatic transmission, Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, Engine and engine cooling:engine. |
| 1990 | 3 | 55 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train:automatic transmission, Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, Electrical system:wiring:front underhood. |
| 1989 | 5 | 27 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Seat belts:front:buckle assembly, Engine and engine cooling:engine, Seat belts:front:anchorage. |
What to Do Next
- Check open recalls by VIN on the official NHTSA site (open recalls are VIN-specific).
- If buying used, ask for proof of recall remedy completion (dealer paperwork helps).
- If symptoms match common complaint themes, consider a mechanic inspection before purchase or long trips.
Recall Evidence by Year
A compact evidence view of recall campaigns that include this model. The default text is an original summary line, with official notice text available on demand.
Most common areas involved: Electrical system , Air bags and Equipment
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⚠️ Important Safety Information
Recall Explained provides independent analysis of official NHTSA data. This site does not replace the official NHTSA VIN lookup and should not be treated as legal or safety advice for your specific vehicle.
For any safety concerns: Always check your VIN on the official NHTSA site and contact an authorized dealer.