2002 Mazda MPV Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 2002 Mazda MPV has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 124 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 5 fires, 6 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Power Train (66 reports).

4Recalls
124Owner complaints
4Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your MPV?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2002 Mazda MPV recalls

Vehicle Speed Control:Cables

Recall 04V234May 19, 200410,200 vehicles affected

Exterior Lighting:Fog Lights

Recall 03V206Jun 5, 200364,000 vehicles affected

Exterior Lighting:Fog Lights

Recall 03V053Feb 13, 20035,400 vehicles affected

Equipment:Other:Labels

Recall 02V078Mar 20, 200214,000 vehicles affected

Most common 2002 Mazda MPV problems

Problem areas named in the 124 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Power Train66
Engine And Engine Cooling25
Electrical System9
Vehicle Speed Control5
Structure4
Air Bags4
Service Brakes, Hydraulic3
Exterior Lighting3
Equipment3
Seats3

What owners report

2015-04-28, Engine
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 MAZDA MPV. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE HESITATED TO ACCELERATE WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE WOULD ALSO NOT ACCELERATE PROPERLY AND SHOOK WHILE IDLING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE COIL PACK FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 70,000.
2014-05-20, Seat Belts
THE DRIVERS SEATBELT CLASP OR BUCKLE REFUSES TO ACCEPT THE STEEL TAB, AND WILL NOT LOCK. *TR
2014-04-18, Engine
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 MAZDA MPV. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHOOK VIOLENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHO COULD NOT DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 122,000.
2014-04-16, Vehicle Speed Control
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 MAZDA MPV. THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON INSPECTION, IT WAS FOUND THAT THE ACTUATOR CABLE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER 04V234000 (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL). THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 150,000.
2014-01-16, Power Train
TRANSMISSION FAILED, COMPLETELY DISENGAGED. NO WARNING. HAD TO BE TOWED. REQUIRED A $2500.00 COMPLETE OVERHAUL. VERY LOW MILES ON THIS VEHICLE, ALWAYS PROPERLY MAINTAINED. *TR

2002 Mazda MPV questions

Does the 2002 Mazda MPV have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2002 Mazda MPV: Vehicle Speed Control:Cables; Exterior Lighting:Fog Lights; Exterior Lighting:Fog Lights; Equipment:Other:Labels. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Mazda MPV?

Based on 124 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (66), Engine And Engine Cooling (25), Electrical System (9).

How do I check if a recall on my 2002 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.

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