2000 Mazda MPV Problems & Complaints

Most common 2000 Mazda MPV problems

• Engine & cooling~82,000 miles
  2617%
• Wheels & tires~40,000 miles
  1812%
• Body & structure~76,000 miles
  1711%
• Air bags~147,000 miles
  1510%
• Seat belts~86,000 miles
  139%
• Suspension~145,000 miles
  117%
• Brakes~70,000 miles
  117%
• Electrical system~54,000 miles
  117%
• Locks & latches~60,000 miles
  117%
• Other / not specified~100,000 miles
  96%
• Speed control & acceleration~79,000 miles
  96%
• Transmission & drivetrain~24,000 miles
  75%
• Windows, wipers & sunroof
  53%
• Equipment & accessories~145,000 miles
  43%
• Seats
  21%
• Steering
  21%
• Fuel & propulsion system~40,000 miles
  21%
• A/C & heater~124,000 miles
  21%
• Lights
  11%

Share of the 149 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Mazda MPV complaints by model year

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2000 Mazda MPV recalls (5)

What 2000 Mazda MPV owners say

Engine & cooling all 26 →

In September 2003, 2000 Mazda MPV van (approx 80K miles) would not pass emissions although check engine light was not on. Was told the van's OBD system could not communicate with state's equipement. Was issued waiver. One month later, check engine light came on and o2 sensor was replace per recommendation. Four days later, light came back on. Since then, light has intermittently gone on and off with noone being able to diagnose the issue. A strong odor has come into the passenger area and the van has run rough. Finally, it was diagnosed as having a cracked exhaust manifold. There is no reason a 3 1/2 - 5 year old van should have a cracked manifold. Unfortunately, there are thousands of people suffering from the same issue as noted on every Mazda message board. The part cannot be purchased aftermarket or even used, because they are all cracked. …

We have a 2000 Mazda MPV van. My wife said that the engine was making a loud roaring noise. I found a Mazda MPV site that indicated as "subject"-fog horn/moaning noise from engine compartment...which May occur when engine is half-warmed up or in deceleration. Site calls for iac valve with a modified part to be repaired. I asked the Mazda dealership about a possible recall. They were quick, and I mean quick to say that there are none. I mentioned that there are two other recalls documented on the consumer reports website. One about a possible failing child-lock on the door and another one that could result in a possible fuel leak and subsequent fire. How can Mazda be so quick to say that there are no recalls? They did not even ask for my vehicles VIN number. …

Wheels & tires

While parked in the driveway consumer noticed that the right front tire was flat. The tire was taken to a tire dealership, who indicated that the tire needed to be replaced because it had worn out on one side, and had a big grove in it. The tire was replaced with a different model tire with the same grade. A week later, the same problem occurred on the rear of driver's side tire, and the other two tires had started wearing the same way. The other tires were taken to a tire retail store, technician indicated that the manufacturer put the wrong size tires on the van, and that they were aware of it . These tires were not adequate for the weight of the van. Also, dealer indicated that this was a common problem, and manufacturer was replacing these 92s tires with 94sa.

Cooper tire failure: tire exploded when tread and belts separated while traveling at 70 MPH on interstate highway in rhode island. Rubber fragments destroyed front bumper, front left fender,left headlamp/parking lamp, left rocker panel and entire electrical system. Vehicle declared as totaled by insurance company. Failed tire had been driven 43,200 miles, had comfortable 5,000-7,000 miles of tread life remaining, had been rotated at regular intervals, had psi checked monthly, had been rebalanced 10 weeks prior to failure. There was no indication of potential problem with failed tire. I am lucky to be alive.

Body & structure

Leak in 2000 MPV that dealer stated was due to "outside influence" and would not be covered as a manufacturer's defect. Dealer told us that the leak (which ruined our floor boards, rugs and wiring) was due to parking the car outside, which LED to dirt and leaves getting into the hood, (or somewhere) clogging the drainage system . We do park the car outside in a clear driveway. (we were not aware that you had to own a garage to own a Mazda). We have never had an accident or made any modifications to the car. It just started to leak uncontrollably. They also refused to fix the spare tire holder(which is under the base of the car) which according to the dealer, broke on the first use.(we simply followed the instructions in the manual when removing the tire from the holder) we can not put the tire back, and were told that it would cost us 480. (at least) to fix it. …

The ball stud that holds the right rear liftgate cylinder snapped and the liftgate crashed down because the cylinder became disengaged. Luckily, no children were under the liftgate. The same thing happened to the ball stud that holds the left rear liftgate cylinder about 5 years ago. We were lucky there were no children under the liftgate at that time also. This is a serious safety problem and Mazda would not acknowledge it as such. Mazda also would not acknowledge that we had the left side repaired about 5 years ago, thus indicating a pattern of failure.

2000 Mazda MPV engines & fuel economy

EPA ratings. Class: Minivan.