1992 Mazda MPV
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1986 | 0 |
| 1987 | 0 |
| 1988 | 0 |
| 1989 | 22 |
| 1990 | 47 |
| 1991 | 66 |
| 1992 | 61 |
| 1993 | 51 |
| 1994 | 36 |
| 1995 | 19 |
| 1996 | 18 |
| 1997 | 22 |
| 1998 | 19 |
| 1999 | 2 |
| 2000 | 149 |
| 2001 | 70 |
| 2002 | 124 |
| 2003 | 113 |
| 2004 | 71 |
| 2005 | 36 |
| 2006 | 12 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
21% of complaints: power train — 13 distinct reports on file.
INJURY13% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 8 distinct reports on file.
10% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 6 distinct reports on file.
7% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 4 distinct reports on file.
7% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 4 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
ABS BRAKES FAILED TO STOP VEHICLE WHEN APPLIED, CAUSING TWO FRONT END COLLISIONS AT 50-55MPH. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950201
SAFETY TIMELINE
FUEL LIQUID-VAPOR SEPARATOR FAILURE
FUEL LIQUID-VAPOR SEPARATOR
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 1989-1998 MPV, 1990-1995 323, 1990-1998 Protege, 1992-1993 MX-3, 1993-1995 929, 1993-1997 MX-6, and 1993-1998 626 vehicles.
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. The recall began on December 17, 2015. Owners may contact Mazda Customer Experience Center at 1-800-222-5500, option#6.
Campaign 15V674000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1992 Mazda MPV — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (13 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 15V674000 (electrical system) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1992 Mazda MPV reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1992 Mazda MPV is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1992 Mazda MPV?
The most-reported component is power train:automatic transmission, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1992 Mazda MPV have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.