1994 Mazda MPV engine problems

10 complaints (28% of all complaints for this car).

owner complaints: 10
of this car's complaints: 28%
crashes: 0
recalls: 0

Which part fails

Engine
7
Engine: gasoline
3

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Mazda MPV engine problems in other years

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 1994 Mazda MPV owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jan 4, 2001 · Engine · TX

Lifters & rocker arms replaced 3 times - carbon build up was never fixed causes engine to need replacement.

Filed Feb 29, 2000 · Engine · GA

This problem with the lifters has been reported two separate times. Both times we were given a major run around in order to get this issue taken care of. On the first visit were told that knocking was normal for a engine to do. Which I strongle disagreed with. After going into the engine it was found there there was some collapsed lifters. Soon after the repair the problem resurfaced, this time spacers were installed. I was told that not enough oil was reaching the lifters. After this the knocking was gone for a long period of time and I though the problem was taken care of. Untill we moved to georgia in july of 98 the problem has been with us untill present. I can saftly say that I take very good care of the van the oil is changed on a 2000 mile cycle so I would think that the oil should be able to reach the lifters fine. Even though I was told by the mazda dealer that the knocking noise would not cause damage to the engine, I have to disagree. The cam shaft has to have some kind of wear as well considering thats what the pushes the lifters up.

Filed Nov 8, 1999 · Engine · MS

-almost every time we start the engine, a very loud clacking noise persist for a few minutes and then after the van is warmed up the clacking sound subsides to a minimal noise level but is never the less still apparent. At first " starts" in the mornings it seems to be getting louder. It sounds like ther is no oil in the engine and the valves are just clicking and knocking like crazy. I change the oil every 3-4000 miles and make sure it is continually full. I called the mazda maintenance department at metro mazda, 1087 I-20 west frontage rd., jackson ms, 601‑944‑1333 and was told by one of the mechanics not to worry about it , because most of the mpv's have that problem.

Filed Jul 23, 1999 · Engine · CA

Spring inside engine lifters gave out.car was under warranty.consumer contacted dealer.

Filed Apr 11, 1999 · Engine · CA

Rocker arm/lifters are noisy, contacted dealership, recommended replacing all lifters, cost bet. $850-$1200.

Filed Jan 19, 1998 · Engine · TX

Hydraulic lash adjusters were improperly designed and restrict oil flow.

Filed Dec 31, 1997 · Engine · PA

Rocker arm and shaft replaced resulting in engine noise, however carbon build up still present.

Filed Mar 5, 1997 · Engine · CO

Lifters in upper valve train make clicking noises.

Filed Feb 5, 1997 · Engine · CO

Lifters in upper valve train assembley makes clicking noise.

Filed Dec 19, 1995 · Engine · CA

Crack in cylinder head pistons inoperative. Please explain other problems. Tt

Questions about the 1994 Mazda MPV engine

Does the 1994 Mazda MPV have engine problems?

Owners have filed 10 complaints about the engine of the 1994 Mazda MPV, 28% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1994 Mazda MPV engine problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Is there a recall for the 1994 Mazda MPV engine?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.