2001 Mazda MPV vs 2003 Mazda MPV
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2001 Mazda MPV | 2003 Mazda MPV |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 70 | 113 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 123 | 124 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 12 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 77,125 mi | 46,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mazda MPV | Mazda MPV |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 10 | 35 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 15 | 23 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 16 |
| Air Bags | 11 | 10 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 9 |
| Structure | 6 | 8 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 5 |
| Tires | 3 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 5 | 10 |
| Stalling | 0 | 13 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 12 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 10 |
2001 Mazda MPV
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.