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2002 Mazda Millenia problems

The most common problem on the 2002 Mazda Millenia is engine and cooling, typically around 92,345 miles. Its complaint count is close to a typical Millenia model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Year score
74/100
Owner complaints
21
Recalls
0
Service bulletins
105
Worst area
Engine
Fuel economy
20mpg

The worst 2002 Mazda Millenia problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Engine
    6
  • Airbags
    4
  • Suspension
    3
  • Body
    2
  • Electrical
    1

Problems by type

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  • Engine
    6
  • Airbags
    4
  • Suspension
    3
  • Body
    2
  • Electrical
    1
  • Lights
    1
  • Locks
    1
  • Seat belts
    1
  • Transmission
    1
  • Wheels
    1

Recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Technical service bulletins for the 2002 Mazda Millenia 105

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 105 bulletins for the 2002 Mazda Millenia

2002 Mazda Millenia fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
2.3L 6‑cylFWD172520
2.5L 6‑cylFWD172420

What 2002 Mazda Millenia owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Oct 25, 2014 · 143,000 miles · DC

Airbag light in driver dash cluster has been coming on for several thousand miles. Sometimes it stays on, sometimes it blinks off and on.

Filed Nov 25, 2012 · Engine · 92,345 miles · OH

Driving on freeway at 65 MPH for approximately 10 minutes when car suddenly over-heated, immediately pulled over to berm. Smoke in the engine area and all coolant lost. Total driving time before incident was less than 20 minutes. Car was towed to mazda dealership and told engine was damaged beyond repair. Car was then towed to a private repair shop which diagnosed same issue, engine failure. Car remains at private repair shop.

Filed Jan 8, 2012 · Engine · 146,036 miles · LA

Obdii, o2 sensor (oxygen sensor), egr (exhaust gas recirculation), evaporative system, and catalytic converter causes check engine to flash.

Filed May 4, 2009 · Body · CT

2002 mazda millenia paint peeling off of side view mirrors & back side wheel wells paint blistering and rusting. Called mazda they wouldn't do anything about the issue since the warranty has expired.

Filed Nov 29, 2008 · Engine · 2,876 miles · TN

Problems with fuel system practically since date of purchase. Notified mazda motors but was brushed aside. 1/13/03-engine decarbon/fuel injector cleaner;12/17/03-replace all spark plugs;02/06/04 - replaced shorted out knock sensor; 07/23/04 - engine decarbon/fuel injector cleaner; 08/23/04 - replaced sticking idle air control valve & throttle body gasket; 01/14/05 - replaced failed catalytic converter; 02/04/05 - replaced fuel pressure regulator; 07/22/05 - replaced idle air control valve & throttle body gasket; 05/24/06 - replaced pulse generator; 09/15/06 - replaced starter with remanufactured starter; 10/18/06 - replaced thermostat /car overheating; 10/13/06 - replaced intake air tube; 10/18/06 - replaced spark plugs & replaced belts / car overheating; 12/08/06 - replaced cam shaft belt, 2 serpentine belts 11/25/08 - replaced all spark plugs, wires & cleaned throttle body this vehicle currently has 159,000 miles on it & has now been diagnosed with needing both catalytic converters replaced, wheel balance links replaced, valve cover gaskets replaced. I wish I'd know about your website a long time ago. I can't afford the $3500 it'll take to repair this car so today, I'll have to trade it & go back to paying a car note. This car was paid off. It didn't fall under the lemon law rule but if I had to classify it, I'd certainly classify it as a lemon or put it up for recall consideration. All of these problems with the same part of the vehicle is absurd. I've owned many vehicles & never required this much maintenance. I purchased it brand new 11/2002.

Filed Sep 2, 2008 · Engine · 90,000 miles · PA

Check engine light diagnostic code 1170. To many different problems covering every engine part from compression,fuel ,hoses ,solenoids coil, oxygen sensor, injectors, fuel pump, ect; madza should be able to make diagnostic code 1170 more clear , they even list engine failure come on this is unjust.

Filed Aug 25, 2008 · Engine, Locks · 116,000 miles · SC

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 mazda millenia. While driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact pulled over to inspect the vehicle and noticed that the door locks began locking and unlocking by themselves repeatedly. He took the vehicle to the dealer, but they were unable to identify a code that was causing the failure. The technician replaced the crankshaft position sensor and the distributor; however, the vehicle will currently not start. The manufacturer would not assist. The failure mileage was 116,000. Updated 10/14/08 *bf updated 10/23/08.

Filed Jun 26, 2007 · Wheels · 56,503 miles · CA

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 mazda millenia. The contact noticed that the driver side rear tire has been losing tire pressure regularly. The tire was moved to the driver side front, but the failure continued. The contact had recently purchased four new michelin tires. The mechanic diagnosed the failure as the rim corroding from the inside. The rim has not been replaced. No other tire information is available. The current mileage is 56,559 and failure mileage was 56,503.

Filed May 23, 2007 · Airbags · 37,000 miles · LA

Airbag light came on , sent to dealer, and didn't find anything. Came on again ,changed parts on driver's side. Came on again changed parts on passenger's side. Now airbag light was on and off again. Had been like that for about 4 months now.

Filed Nov 13, 2006 · Airbags · 86,475 miles · VA

Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds, the air bag light illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the dealer who replaced the wiring, however the problem persisted.

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Questions about the 2002 Mazda Millenia

Is the 2002 Mazda Millenia reliable?

Owners have filed 21 complaints about the 2002 Mazda Millenia, close to a typical Millenia model year.

What is the 2002 Mazda Millenia year score?

The 2002 Mazda Millenia scores 74 out of 100 (average). The score compares it with the other model years of the Mazda Millenia: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.

What is the most common problem with the 2002 Mazda Millenia?

Engine and cooling, with 6 complaints, typically around 92,345 miles. Next is airbags (4).

How many recalls does the 2002 Mazda Millenia have?

No recalls on record.

What gas mileage does the 2002 Mazda Millenia get?

Official estimates for the 2002 Mazda Millenia range from 20 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.3L 6-cyl, FWD) gets 17 city and 25 highway.

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