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2000 Mazda MPV problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 184 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 4.5 times the median MPV year — the 2000 model ranks #1 of 21 MPV years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list. Complainants reported 25 injuries in total across these filings.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across engine (28), body & structure (20), and tires & wheels (18), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

184

NHTSA complaints

5

Recalls

0

Investigations

13

Crash-involved

3

Fires reported

25

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2000 compare to other MPV years?

MPV NHTSA complaints by model year, 2000 highlighted184 complaints1986: 0 complaints1987: 0 complaints1988: 0 complaints1989: 27 complaints1990: 55 complaints1991: 81 complaints1992: 95 complaints1993: 65 complaints1994: 41 complaints1995: 21 complaints1996: 21 complaints1997: 27 complaints1998: 26 complaints1999: 2 complaints2000: 184 complaints2001: 82 complaints2002: 143 complaints2003: 141 complaints2004: 84 complaints2005: 45 complaints2006: 16 complaints
MPV NHTSA complaints by model year, 2000 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2000 Mazda MPV problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine2815%
Body & Structure2011%
Tires & Wheels1810%
Airbags158%
Seat Belts137%
Electrical System127%
Brakes127%
Suspension116%
Latches & Locks116%
Speed Control105%
Other95%
Transmission84%
Visibility & Wipers63%
Child Seat32%
Seats21%
Steering21%
Fuel System21%
Climate Control (A/C & Heat)11%
Lighting11%

Does the 2000 Mazda MPV have recalls?

5 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

01V382000BrakesDecember 17, 2001 · 19,000 units

Defect

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." DUE TO INAPPROPRIATE BRAKE PIPE LAYOUT, THESE VEHICLES DO NOT MEET THE BRAKE STOPPING DISTANCE WITH PARTIAL FAILURE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.

Consequence

IF PARTIAL FAILURE OCCURRED IN THE BRAKING SYSTEM, THE STOPPING DISTANCE OF THE VEHICLE COULD INCREASE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

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 REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT MAZDA AT 1-800-222-5500, OPTION #4.

00V113001OtherApril 11, 2000 · 39,095 units

Defect

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.

00V113002OtherApril 11, 2000 · 19,526 units

Defect

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 SECTION 5.1.2 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. IN ADDITION, OWNERS OF MPV'S WITH 16" TIRES WILL BE ADVISED TO CHECK THEIR TIRE PRESSURE TO MAKE SURE THAT THE TIRES ARE INFLATED TO 35 PSI.

99V191000Latches & LocksJuly 16, 1999 · 13,030 units

Defect

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, CAUSING INCOMPLETE LOCKING OF THE DOOR WHEN THE CHILDPROOF LOCKING SYSTEM IS USED.

Consequence

THIS COULD RESULT IN AN OPENING OF THE DOOR WHILE DRIVING, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY TO A VEHICLE OCCUPANT.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSTALL PARTS IN THE LATCHING ASSEMBLY THAT WILL PREVENT THIS PROBLEM FROM OCCURRING.

99V171000EngineJuly 7, 1999 · 5,600 units

Defect

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 MANIFOLD

Consequence

THIS CAN RESULT IN A FUEL LEAKAGE.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LOWER INTAKE MANIFOLD ASSEMBLY.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“VAN STARTED RUNNING ROUGH AT STOPLIGHTS AND AT LOW SPEED. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON A DAY LATER. MECHANIC TOLD US THAT THE LEFT EXHAUST MANIFOLD WAS CRACKED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THIS FAILURE CAUSES A CO LEAK INTO THE PASSENGER CABIN. MECHANIC SAID THIS SHOULD NOT HAPPEN ON AN ENGINE WITH…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · December 23, 2004

“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. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · October 4, 1999 · crash

“TREAD SEPARATION AND EXCESSIVE TREAD WEAR DISCOVERED ON BOTH FRONT TIRES DURING ROUTINE TIRE ROTATION MAINTENANCE. THE RUBBER HAD PARTED IN A COUPLE OF PLACES ON BOTH TIRES REVEALING THE TIRES' STEEL BELTS UNDERNEATH. TIRES WERE IMMEDIATELY REPLACED - WE ARE STILL IN POSSESSION OF THE FAULTY…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · July 12, 2001

“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MAZDA MPV. THE CONTACT WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONT END, THREE CAR CRASH. HER VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED AND SHE CRASHED INTO THE PRECEDING VEHICLE AT 25 MPH. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE DRIVER AND TWO PASSENGERS WERE INJURED. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. A POLICE REPORT WAS…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · July 15, 2007 · crash

“CAR SAFETY SEAT WAS STRAPPED IN MIDDLE ROW ON PASSENGER'S SIDE SEAT. WHEN VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A PASSENGER SIDE COLLISION IT CAUSED VEHICLE TO ROLL, AND SEAT BELT, THAT HELD CAR SAFETY SEAT, UNBUCKLED WHILE VEHICLE WAS ROLLING OVER.*AK THE TWO YEAR TODDLER WAS INJURED DURING THE ACCIDENT. *YH ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Seat Belts · November 23, 2000 · crash

2000 Mazda MPV — common questions

Is the 2000 Mazda MPV reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 184 complaints put the 2000 model at #1 of 21 MPV years. It is one of the MPV years to avoid.

What are the most common 2000 MPV problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are engine (28 complaints), body & structure (20 complaints), tires & wheels (18 complaints).

Does the 2000 Mazda MPV have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns affecting the 2000 Mazda MPV. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Mazda MPV years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the MPV years to avoid are 2000, 2002, 2003, 1992, 2004, 2001, 1991, 1993, 2005, 2006. The cleanest record among MPV years belongs to 1988.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.