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US recalls (5)
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components, hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
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 and remedy
Risk: IF PARTIAL FAILURE OCCURRED IN THE BRAKING SYSTEM, THE STOPPING DISTANCE OF THE VEHICLE COULD INCREASE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: 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.
Equipment: other, labels
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINI VANS. THESE MINI VANS DO NOT HAVE TIRE INFORMATION LABELS THAT COMPLY WITH SECTION 5.3 OF FMVSS 120, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES OTHER THAN PASSENGER CARS."
Risk and remedy
Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE SENT ACCURATE TIRE INFORMATION LABELS AND OWNER MANUAL INSERTS.
Equipment: other, labels
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINI VANS EQUIPPED WITH ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT 16 INCH TIRES. THESE MINI VANS DO NOT HAVE THE CORRECT RECOMMENDED COLD INFLATION PRESSURE ON THE LABEL AND THUS DO NOT COMPLY WITH SECTION 5.1.2 OF FMVSS 120, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES OTHER THAN PASSENGER CARS."
Risk and remedy
Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE SENT ACCURATE TIRE INFORMATION LABELS AND OWNER MANUAL INSERTS. IN ADDITION, OWNERS OF MPV'S WITH 16" TIRES WILL BE ADVISED TO CHECK THEIR TIRE PRESSURE TO MAKE SURE THAT THE TIRES ARE INFLATED TO 35 PSI.
Latches/locks/linkages: doors, latch
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINIVANS. DUE TO THE INAPPROPRIATE SHAPE OF THE LINKAGE IN THE REAR DOOR LOCK CONTROLLER, ACCUMULATED DUST MAY PREVENT THE DOOR LOCK MECHANISM FROM FUNCTIONING PROPERLY, CAUSING INCOMPLETE LOCKING OF THE DOOR WHEN THE CHILDPROOF LOCKING SYSTEM IS USED.
Risk and remedy
Risk: THIS COULD RESULT IN AN OPENING OF THE DOOR WHILE DRIVING, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY TO A VEHICLE OCCUPANT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL PARTS IN THE LATCHING ASSEMBLY THAT WILL PREVENT THIS PROBLEM FROM OCCURRING.
Engine and engine cooling: engine, gasoline
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINIVANS EQUIPPED WITH ENGINES SUPPLIED BY FORD MOTOR COMPANY CLEVELAND ENGINE PLANT. THESE ENGINES ARE INSTALLED WITH FUEL INJECTORS THAT DO NOT MATCH THE LOWER INTAKE MANIFOLD
Risk and remedy
Risk: THIS CAN RESULT IN A FUEL LEAKAGE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LOWER INTAKE MANIFOLD ASSEMBLY.
Canadian recalls (9)
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Other
2005-03-30 · campaign 2005-082
On certain vehicles, the liftgate stay dampers and stud bolts may rust and stick together, causing the stud bolds to break off. In the worst case, this condition may allow the liftgate to suddenly drop during opening or closing, injuring the operator. Correction: Dealers will replace the left and right dampers and stud bolts.
Engine
2004-10-20 · campaign 2004-376
On certain vehicles equipped with a 2.5L V6 Duratec engine, while driving at a constant speed on the highway, it is possible that the engine speed will not decrease when releasing the accelerator pedal due to a frozen throttle valve. This condition occurs at ambient temperatures from -30 to -40 degrees Celsius. The vehicle can be brought to a full stop by depressing the brake pedal. Correction: Dealers will replace the intake manifold and PCV hose with modified parts which will change the layout of the PCV hose system.
Engine
2004-06-02 · campaign 2004-183
On certain vehicles, the cruise control actuator cable may be broken due to insufficient strength. Also included are certain 2000-2001 minivans 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. 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. Correction: Dealers will replace the actuator cable.
Brakes
2001-12-21 · campaign 2001-297
Due to inappropriate brake pipe layout certain vehicles fail to meet the required partial failure stopping distance required by C.M.V.S.S. 135. Correction: Dealers will replace the proportioning valve, brake pipes, and hardware.
Other
2000-08-28 · campaign 2000-176
Certain vehicles do not comply with Regulation 6 - Statement of Compliance. Vehicles have an incorrect National Safety Mark (NSM). Correction: Since this non-compliance does not present a risk to vehicle safety, no further action will be taken.
Other
2000-05-10 · campaign 2000-116
Certain vehicles do not comply with the requirements of CMVSS 120 - Tire Selection and Rims. Vehicles may not have the correct cold tire inflation pressure stated on the tire information labels for 16 inch tires and the labels do not include the recommended rims that should be used with the tires specified on the label; may be equipped with 15 inch tires and do not have the correct markings on the sidewall; may be equipped with 15 inch rims that do not include the required markings. Correction: Correct labels and installation instructions will be mailed directly to owners. Letters will also advise owners with 16 inch tires to make certain that the tires are inflated to 35 psi. Owners with 15 inch tires will be advised to make sure that when they replace the P205/65 R15 92 tires with the correct P205/65 R15 94 tires.
Emissions
2000-02-17 · campaign 2000-029
Certain vehicles do not comply with the requirements of CMVSS 1101- Emission Device. Inappropriate programming of the Powertrain Control Module.(PCM). Correction: Dealer will reprogram the PCM.
Structure
1999-07-30 · campaign 1999-147
On certain vehicles, due to the inappropriate shape of the linkage in the rear door lock controller, accumulated dust may prevent the door lock mechanism from functioning properly, causing incomplete locking of the door when the childproof locking system is used. This may result in an opening of the door while driving. Correction: An additional clip will be added to the linkage of both rear doors.
Fuel system
1999-07-27 · campaign 1999-138
Certain vehicles have fuel injectors that do not match the lower intake manifold. This condition could potentially result in a fuel leak. In the presence of an ignition source, an engine compartment fire could occur. Correction: Dealers will replace the lower intake manifold with the correct one.
Owner complaints (149)
Owners filed 149 complaints with NHTSA about the 2000 Mazda MPV (12 crashes, 3 fires, 23 injuries reported). Among 18 model years of this model, it ranks #1 for the most complaints (median 47).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Engine and engine cooling | 24 | |
| Tires | 18 | |
| Structure | 17 | |
| Air bags | 15 | |
| Seat belts | 13 | |
| Suspension | 11 | |
| Electrical system | 11 | |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 11 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2000 Mazda MPV.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2000 Mazda MPV | – | – | – | – |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2000 Mazda MPV version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| MPV 2.5 L Automatic 4-spd | 16 | 21 | 18 | $3,700 |
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