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2002 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.

Metric2002 Mazda MPV2003 Mazda MPV
NHTSA complaints124113
Recall campaigns44
Service bulletins (TSBs)129124
Investigations00
Crash reports412
Fire reports52
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)1818
Median reported mileage64,000 mi46,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentMazda MPVMazda MPV
Power Train6635
Engine and Engine Cooling2323
Electrical System916
Vehicle Speed Control59
Air Bags410
Structure48
Service Brakes, Hydraulic35
Seat Belts33

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling713
Hesitation / surging710
Shifting problems012
Check engine light010

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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.