2000 Mazda Millenia
Only 19 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 19 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 19
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
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Complaints per year
2000: 19 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1991 | 1 |
| 1995 | 83 |
| 1996 | 15 |
| 1997 | 16 |
| 1998 | 29 |
| 1999 | 27 |
| 2000 | 19 |
| 2001 | 29 |
| 2002 | 21 |
| 2003 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 19 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine and engine cooling
8 of 19 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline and engine.
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The first failure occurred on 2/2001. There have been 4 more since that date. Dt
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-11-05
Electrical system
5 of 19 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing ignition and switch.
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Having problems getting the car to start. Started w/ intermittent delayed starts and now escalated to not starting at all for 1/2 hour and then finally started.
NHTSA ODI report, 2001-01-17
Power train
3 of 19 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.
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I have a recurring transmission failure on my Mazda mellenia 2000. While driving ,the car will down shift rapidly and cause a quick decrease in operating speed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-05-18
Fuel system, gasoline
3 of 19 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing fuel injection system.
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I was pulling into a parking spot in front of the grocery store, when the car started to rev up the engine and drive at speed hitting a supporting column in front of the store. The car jumped the cement block and front was on sidewalk.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-02-16
Fuel cuts out to engine at 2000-2500 RPM. Results in severe bucking and no capability to accelerate, creating a very dangerous condition. Has occured at different speeds from 20 to 50 MPH.
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-09-26
Equipment
3 of 19 total reports mention: equipment, most commonly citing anti-theft devices and air conditioner.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2000 Mazda Millenia — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine and engine cooling: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 3 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2000 Mazda Millenia reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2000 Mazda Millenia?
- The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2000 Mazda Millenia have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.