Is the 1993 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 1993 Mazda Navajo?

The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 23% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1993 Mazda Navajo have?

6 recalls on file for this model year.

1993 Mazda Navajo

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1993 Mazda Navajo
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:36:53.406Z

Only 22 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 22 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 22
Recalls: 6
Investigations: 2
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

1993: 22 complaints

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Year	Complaints
1990	1
1991	40
1992	12
1993	22
1994	50

Known problem areas

Only 22 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Tires

5 of 22 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.

INJURY

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Consumer felt a vibration in front end of vehicle but before he could slow down the right front tire blew out causing him to loose control of the vehicle, hit the median and rolled over 3 times.

NHTSA ODI report, 2000-08-29

I just received a notice from bridgestone firestone on a tire recall from years ago. I bought a new Mazda Navajo in 1993 and it had firestone atx tires. They failed way before any recall so I replaced them at my cost with the same.

NHTSA ODI report, 2006-09-30

Engine and engine cooling

5 of 22 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine and gasoline.

Service brakes

5 of 22 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

Structure

2 of 22 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing support device/strut.

INJURY

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Dealer does not have the parts for recall no 95V164000, owner received recall notice on 12/95, and contacted dealer the same date.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-04-17

Parking brake

2 of 22 total reports mention: parking brake, most commonly citing conventional.

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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1993-07-28Engineering analysisClosed 1994-09-23 Parking brake failure
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1994-11-04Parking brake94V169002 The parking brake control self-adjust pawl does not line up properly with the self-adjust rachet causing the pawl to slip over one or more teeth in the rachet.

Remedy: A wedge will be installed which will serve to lock the parking brake self-adjust mechanism pawl into engagement with the rachet. Also, owners will be advised to release and reapply the parking brake…

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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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2000-05-12Structure99V310002 Vehicle description: on certain sport utility vehicles, the hydraulic lift cylinder bracket welds could fracture.

Remedy: Dealers will install liftgate reinforcement brackets. Depending upon the condition of the liftgate sheet metal in the area of the bracket, dealers may also install a larger reinforcement.

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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.

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Buy-smart checklist

1993 Mazda Navajo — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Tires: 5 reports on file for this year.
Engine and engine cooling: 5 reports on file for this year.
Service brakes: 5 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 94V169002 · Parking brake
Recall 95V164002 · Structure
Recall 96V024002 · Service brakes, hydraulic
Recall 97V235002 · Structure
Recall 99V310002 · Structure
Recall 00T005000 · Tires

FAQ

Is the 1993 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 1993 Mazda Navajo?: The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 23% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1993 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.