Mazda MPV engine failure problems

Filed Aug 4, 2009 · Engine · 48,000 miles · TX

2004 mazda mpv engine failure due to engine coils, one went out in may driving in the rain on the highway and another went out two months later also in the rain on the highway. Dealer said it is common. Well then there needs to be a recall. The vehicle only has about 50k miles on it.

Filed Jun 29, 2009 · Transmission · 42,395 miles · NY

A few weeks ago I had noticed that my 2003 mazda mpv was jerking or hesitating. I only have 42,395 miles on it. I took it to one place and was told it sounds like transmission trouble to them. I brought in to aamco and was told it was the torque converter and they showed me where the metal was etched out>my warranty expired in april 2007 I was told I was lucky to address this problem now before the entire engine seized. I have been a mazda owner since 1993 first I had a protege then the 626 now I own the mpv I am shocked that this would happen so soon with so little mileage/ to replace everything it will cost me $3480 what a shame!!!!

Filed Jan 8, 2009 · Engine · 66,677 miles · IL · crash

2000-2003 mazda mpv models have a coolant seepage from rear heater pipe which can cause severe engine failure and traffic hazard due to non-drivable vehicle. Mazda mpv 2002 was found to have a coolant leak in rear heater pipes and was taken to mazda repair center. Mazda advised a vehicle should not be run without coolant since it can damage the engine, and replaced the lines for a cost of $1000 (parts + labor). Mpv was driven 18 miles after completed repair, then the engine suffered a complete failure in traffic and vehicle stopped in the middle of an intersection, posing a danger to mpv passengers as well as other vehicles. Mazda repair center claims the engine failure is due to driving with low/no coolant prior to repair. Regardless, if the engine failure was due to a failed repair or due to the reason mazda states, this is a known product defect by mazda that should be issued as a recall notice to all affected mpv owners. Mazda has issued a technical service bulletin (us bulletin no: 07-002/05) stating that warranty repair is approved only if the vehicle exhibits coolant leakage and the vehicle is within the extended 7-year warranty from vehicle in-service date. Tsb reference: http://mazda5club.com/tsb.php?id=168 this known product defect should be issued as a recall notice for all affected mazda mpv models due to the high risk that complete engine failure poses while operating the vehicle in traffic.

Filed May 13, 2008 · Engine · TX

2001 mazda mpv with check engine light on. Consumer states that the mechanic stated that the coolant was leaking, oil filter and oil were changed. *kb the dealership informed the consumer there was a crack in the engine block and the only fix was a new engine. The consumer stated the vehicle was maintained exclusively by the dealership from date of purchase. The consumer was told the crack was caused by overheating, but the temperature gauge needle never moved beyond halfway point to indicate there was a problem and the engine light never gave an overheating read out.

Filed Mar 28, 2008 · Electrical, Engine · 36,000 miles · NY

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 mazda mpv. The contact stated that the engine failed four times. The vehicle had to be towed each time. The dealer installed another engine in the vehicle. The contact stated that the check engine light continued to illuminate and the coil ignition had to be replaced twice. The dealer installed new spark plugs in the vehicle on march 13, 2007; however, they failed a year later and had to be replaced. The dealer also installed a wiring harness. The battery was dying, there was a coolant leak, and the radiator core, catalytic converter, manifold studs, and PCM all failed and needed to be replaced. The purchase date was unknown. The current mileage was approximately 48,000 and failure mileage was 36,000.

Filed Feb 11, 2008 · Engine, Transmission · 7,000 miles · NY

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 mazda mpv. As soon as the warranty expired, the contact experienced failures with her vehicle. The dealer stated that the vehicle had major engine failure. Since the summer of 2007, the entire vehicle vibrates when driving 40-50 MPH and stalls when approaching a stop. The vehicle is able to be restarted. The dealer stated that cylinder three was misfiring and informed the contact that newer models have been upgraded. When the vehicle stalled, the check engine light illuminated, but there was no brake or steering failure. The contact also smelled rotten eggs in the passenger compartment. The transmission was repaired and the catalytic converter was replaced, in addition to other small failures. The vehicle began rusting within the first year of being purchased. The VIN, purchase date, engine size, number of cylinders, transmission type, powertrain, and fuel system were unknown. The current mileage was 67,000 and failure mileage was 7,000.

Filed Mar 12, 2007 · Engine · 50,000 miles · PA

Prolong off and on ticking sound in the engine , finally thought it was a belt took it to a shop to have belts changed or checked , mechanic said it is not your belts it is your engine, so we had to have it towed at our expense to the dealer we bought it from to have engine checked or replaced , and now mazda won't warranty it !!! The mechanic from where we bought it from ,got kind of nasty and told us to get our dam car out of his f-ing shop , we were upset because mazda won't replace engine , now I am stuck with a 15,000 dollar car no engine !!!! Just turned 51,000, and I believe that is not right either , I left the lights on by accident one day for 30 minutes max and my battery died , when we bought new battery I think mileage jumped 10,000 , miles because a month before we tried to trade car for a bigger vehicle( I have 6 people in family- growing out of this one )in and it only had 39,000 miles on it another dealer can verify it because we going to use the mazda for a trade in, after the battery went dead , all the sudden I had 51,000 miles .... Go figure that one out in 30 days ....

Filed Apr 5, 2004 · Engine · 1,100 miles · CA

2004 mazda mpv purchased on feb. 28, 2004. On mar. 27, 2004, engine failed without warning lights. Fortunately, car was idle when engine failed. Only had 1,100 miles on vehicle. Manufacturer has not been cooperative in diagnosing the problem. Initial assessment by the dealer tech at star mazda in glendale, ca was that connecting rod failed and engine seized. Dealer stated that mazda's own tech people would have to take a look at the engine to diagnose problem. It has already been a week. Requested vehicle to be towed to 1000 oaks mazda, where I purchased the vehicle. Mazda still not given approval for that towing. Still waiting

Filed Sep 21, 2002 · Electrical · HI

Driving van on major hwy (h-2 freeway) at 50mph, suddenly a decrease in power and engine died . Prior to the engine incident, noticed my dashboard got fairly hot and radiated heat in the interior area.

Filed Aug 14, 2002 · Engine · VA

While coming to a red light and applying brakes vehicles engine died. Cause unknown. *ak consumer claims this is a factory defect. Mazda offered consumer an extended warranty.