CarRecallWatchThe 1990 Mazda MPV has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 47 complaints with NHTSA, including 10 crashes, 3 fires, 5 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (13 reports).
1990 Mazda MPV recalls
Ignition Switch Can Overheat and Cause a Fire
Grease applied to the contact points inside the ignition switch may become conductive and cause the switch to overheat.
Most common 1990 Mazda MPV problems
Problem areas named in the 47 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 13 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 9 |
| Seat Belts | 7 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 6 |
| Suspension | 5 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Structure | 3 |
| Visibility | 3 |
| Child Seat | 1 |
| Seats | 1 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1990 MAZDA MPV. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING, HE CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THERE WAS NO POLICE REPORT FILED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES SUSTAINED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
VEHICLE WAS IDLING IN DRIVEWAY WHILE I WAS CHECKING TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL. SUDDENLY, IT DROVE AWAY IN REVERSE, CROSSED THE STREET AND WENT DOWN ANOTHER DRIVEWAY CRASHING INTO THE CORNER OF A GARAGE. IT THEN WENT ACROSS ANOTHER BACK YARD AND CRASHED INTO THE SIDE OF ANOTHER GARAGE. THE POLICE WERE NOTIFIED AND A REPORT WAS MADE. *LA
THE REAR SWAY BAR FAILED. MR SCC *JB
THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FAILED, CONSUMER WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF THERE IS ANY SIMILAR COMPLAINT ON THIS ISSUE. *YD
WHILE DRIVING IN ALL WHEEL DRIVE MODE THE ABS SENSOR FAILED CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SUDDENLY COME TO A STOP. NLM
1990 Mazda MPV questions
Does the 1990 Mazda MPV have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1990 Mazda MPV: Ignition Switch Can Overheat and Cause a Fire; Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Drum:Shoes/Linings. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1990 Mazda MPV?
Based on 47 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (13), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (9), Seat Belts (7).
How do I check if a recall on my 1990 Mazda MPV has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.