MYRModel Year Report

1991 Mazda Navajo

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1991 Mazda Navajo
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:52:33.728Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
40
Recalls
6

Campaigns on file for 1991

Investigations
3

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Tires

20% of complaints

Complaints per year

1990: 1 complaint 1990 1991: 40 complaints 1991 40 1992: 12 complaints 1992 1993: 22 complaints 1993 1994: 50 complaints 1994
1990: 1 complaint 1990 1991: 40 complaints 1991 40 1992: 12 complaints 1992 1993: 22 complaints 1993 1994: 50 complaints 1994
1990: 1 complaint 1990 1991: 40 complaints 1991 40 1992: 12 complaints 1992 1993: 22 complaints 1993 1994: 50 complaints 1994

1991: 40 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19901
199140
199212
199322
199450

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Tires

20% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing tread/belt.

CRASH

Power train

18% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and differential unit.

Electrical system

15% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery and fuses and circuit breakers.

Service brakes

15% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

INJURY

Vehicle speed control

13% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing accelerator pedal.

CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

Pressed accelerator pedal went to the floor. Car went additional thirty feet. Please describe other problems. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-01-25

Cruise control failed to disengage when brakes applied/vehicle suddenly accelerated, causing loss of control/accident.

NHTSA ODI report, 1994-10-12

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1991-04-01Fuel system, gasoline91V020000 Front heat shield extension may contact the upper front corner of plastic fuel tank damaging or puncturing the fuel tank.

    Remedy: Relocate heat shield; replace fuel tank if damaged or punctured.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. R
    1991-04-01Structure91V028000 Rear bumper may be susceptible to fatigue cracking under extended trailer tow service when using a bumper mounted trailer hitch.

    Remedy: Install two additional brackets, one additional bar and associated fasteners to prevent bumper separation.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. I
    1991-09-16Preliminary evaluationClosed 1991-11-08 Park pawl bending
  4. R
    1992-03-03Power train91V189001 When the automatic transmission shift lever is placed in the park position, the park pawl does not always abut or engage the park gear.

    Remedy: Repair the transmission with a new park pawl.

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  5. I
    1992-10-23Preliminary evaluationClosed 1993-02-26 Front seat track failure
  6. I
    1995-06-19Engineering analysisClosed 1996-04-02 Separation of master cylinder
  7. R
    1996-05-21Service brakes, hydraulic96V024002 The studs which attach the brake master cylinder to the power brake vacuum booster assembly can develop stress corrosion cracking after being operated for an extended period of time in the southern…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the power brake vacuum booster assembly.

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  8. R
    1998-07-16Structure97V235002 Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles equipped with factory installed sunroof. The sunroof glass panel assembly can separate while the vehicle is moving due to incorrect hinge…

    Remedy: Owners will be provided with an instruction booklet which thoroughly outlines, with illustrations, the proper procedures for the removal, storage, and reinstallation of the sunroof's glass panel. A…

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  9. R
    2000-08-26Tires00T005000 Tire description: firestone wilderness at, size P235/75R15, produced at the decatur, Illinois tire plant and all firestone radial atx and radial atx ii tires, size P235/75R15. Operation of these…

    Remedy: The replacement/reimbursement program for this campaign expired on August 29, 2001. However, customers should contact firestone customer service at 1-800-465-1904 for possible assistance.

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Buy-smart checklist

1991 Mazda Navajo — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Tires: 8 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 7 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 6 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 91V020000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 91V028000 · Structure
  • Recall 91V189001 · Power train
  • Recall 96V024002 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 97V235002 · Structure
  • Recall 00T005000 · Tires
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1991 Mazda Navajo 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 1991 Mazda Navajo?
The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1991 Mazda Navajo have?
6 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.