1992 Mazda Navajo
Only 12 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 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 12
- Recalls
- 4
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1992
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1992: 12 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 1 |
| 1991 | 40 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 22 |
| 1994 | 50 |
Known problem areas
Only 12 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
5 of 12 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Engine and engine cooling
4 of 12 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing catalytic convertor and exhaust system.
Visibility
3 of 12 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing sun/moon roof assembly.
Suspension
3 of 12 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing wheel bearing and shock absorber.
Tires
2 of 12 total reports mention: tires.
Safety timeline
4 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first
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1992-09-09Preliminary evaluationClosed 1993-01-29 Auto trans.prndl misalign
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1995-06-19Engineering analysisClosed 1996-04-02 Separation of master cylinder
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1995-12-01Structure95V164002 The hydraulic lift cylinders are attached to brackets that are welded to the liftgate. The bracket welds can fracture.
Remedy: Dealers will install reinforcement brackets.
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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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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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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.
Buy-smart checklist
1992 Mazda Navajo — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Visibility: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 95V164002 · Structure
- Recall 96V024002 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 97V235002 · Structure
- Recall 00T005000 · Tires
FAQ
- Is the 1992 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 1992 Mazda Navajo?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1992 Mazda Navajo have?
- 4 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.