2000 Mazda MPV
This year had more than double the complaints 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
- 149
- Recalls
- 5
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Engine and engine cooling
Campaigns on file for 2000
None on file
17% of complaints
Complaints per year
2000: 149 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1986 | 0 |
| 1987 | 0 |
| 1988 | 0 |
| 1989 | 22 |
| 1990 | 49 |
| 1991 | 67 |
| 1992 | 62 |
| 1993 | 51 |
| 1994 | 39 |
| 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
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Engine and engine cooling
17% · 25 reportsMost commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe and exhaust system.
Structure
13% · 19 reportsMost commonly citing door and hinge and attachments.
Show complaint excerpts
The manual sliding door contained a vertical line of approximately 10 magnets. A metal bracelet came in contact with the magnets which caused burns to the child's hand.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-05-09
Also filed under Visibility
While driving on a rural route came to a stop and was struck from behind by a Dodge Ram, travelling 60MPH which hit the rear hatchdoor and flew open. Neither airbag deployed. Contacted dealer and manufacturer.
NHTSA ODI report, 1999-10-21
Also filed under Air bags
Tires
12% · 18 reportsMost commonly citing tread/belt and temporary/emergency spare tire.
Air bags
10% · 15 reportsMost commonly citing frontal and side/window.
Show complaint excerpts
Approximately six blocks from his home, the owner of a 2000 Mazda MPV minivan was in the left turn lane of a highway waiting to turn left.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-04-27
Drivers side seat airbag inflated for no reason at all. Emergency care was required. Caused a cracked rib and severe pan.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-05-27
The vehicle was involved in a collision, and the air bags failed to deploy.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-03-19
Seat belts
9% · 13 reportsMost commonly citing buckle assembly and rear/other.
Show complaint excerpts
Car safety seat was strapped in middle row on passenger's side seat.
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-11-28
Safety timeline
5 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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1999-07-19Engine and engine cooling99V171000 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…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the lower intake manifold assembly.
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1999-07-26Latches/locks/linkages99V191000 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…
Remedy: Dealers will install parts in the latching assembly that will prevent this problem from occurring.
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2000Complaint volume 149 complaints filed for this model year.
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2000-07-24Equipment00V113001 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.
Remedy: Owners will be sent accurate tire information labels and owner manual inserts.
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2000-07-24Equipment00V113002 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…
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…
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2002-01-15Service brakes, hydraulic01V382000 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."…
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…
Buy-smart checklist
2000 Mazda MPV — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine and engine cooling: 25 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 19 reports on file for this year.
- Tires: 18 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 99V171000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 99V191000 · Latches/locks/linkages
- Recall 00V113001 · Equipment
- Recall 00V113002 · Equipment
- Recall 01V382000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
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- Is the 2000 Mazda MPV reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2000 Mazda MPV is rated "significantly worse".
- What are the most common problems with the 2000 Mazda MPV?
- The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2000 Mazda MPV have?
- 5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.