Mazda MPV fuel smell problems

Filed Jan 30, 2008 · Engine · MD

Had a 2000 mazda mpv with 68,000 miles on it. All was well until my check engine light came on. A noise and fuel smell followed soon after. The van was diagnosed at the mazda dealership as having bad or cracked manifolds. I was told that the cost would exceed the value and it would not be worth fixing and to consider trading. The price estimated was over $4000. I honestly think that because this is an environmental issue, we should not be responsible for this manufacturer defect. This car did not even have 100k miles.

Filed May 12, 2006 · Fuel system, Seat belts · 100,000 miles · AZ

The seat belts on my 1991 mazda mpv are simply falling apart. The fuel vapor separator does an inadequate job of keeping gasoline fumes out of the vehicle. There have been recalls on both of these items. When I took it in to the local dealer they only performed an inspection. Both issues remain unresolved. Besides not ever buying another mazda ever. I would like to see these safety issues resolved.

Filed Mar 16, 2005 · Engine · TX · 1 injury

An open seam in the consumer's 2000 mazda mpv's front exhaust manifold allowed exhaust fumes to enter the vehicle. The consumer's child had a severe asthma attack as a result of this failure. *nm

Filed May 7, 2003 · Engine · 142,000 miles · AZ

There was a very strong gas odor in the cab of the vehicle.

Filed Feb 10, 2003 · Engine · 85,000 miles · MI

Defective part. Exhaust manifold failed and is out of warranty. Dealer would not cover repair cost due to being out of warranty. This type of part should not have failed in three years no matter what the milage is. It caused driver (me) to breath exhaust fumes and I became light headed and sick. Weather was too cold to drive with windows open. Manufacturer should cover the cost of this repair.

Filed May 15, 2002 · Fuel system · OK · 2 injuries

At the time I had this component failure, I did not know what the problem was. I took this vehicle to an authorized mazda dealer who proceeded to take a full 10 minutes to look at this vehicle and tell me there was not a problem with it. I previously filed a complaint and to my knowledge did not receive any feedback. During the time I had this failed component on my fuel system, I developed a chronic asthma condition. Another dealer finally found a crack in the fuel vapor separator one year later when I took this vehicle back for another inspection. It took 4 months after the second mazda dealer found the crack for me to obtain a replacement part for the failed component. The dealer never informed me it was unsafe to continue driving this car reeking of fuel odors. I would like an investigation to be conducted on a formal level. I believe mazda failed to inform their customers of dangers associated with driving a car that may have fuel vapors leaking into the passenger compartment of the vehicle. I believe the authoirzed dealer failed to warn of the potential dangers of fuel odors in the passenger compartment of the vehicle. It seems by reading the recall letters issued in april 1998 and jan 1999 that the first letter reflected an attitude of nonchalance, and mazda implied that there was really no cause for concern, or true belief that this recall should be taken seriously. Though I did take it seriously and had my car inspected for the failed component, the authorized mazda dealer did not seem concerned that I, a consumer in good faith, was placed in harms way. Along with my children. Please respond to my request and advise if I need to channel or redirect my efforts to have this investigation request somewhere else. Sincerely, [xxx]. *ak parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Feb 21, 2002 · Engine, Fuel system · OR · 1 injury

Received information on special program #ssp-33 from mazda regarding fuel fumes. Took vehicle to dealership. Mechanic refused to do any repairs on vehicle. *ak consumer adds while driving up hill, vehicle will only accelerate up to 10 MPH, once reached lights flicker engine, brakes and steering locked up, resulting in loss of control, vehicle started smoking and steaming causing the engine and transmission to fail, on several occasions engine is overheating, coolant leaks at engine, the water pump belt broke, dealer replaced coolant hoses, water pump, timing belts, head cylinder, thermostat, radiator hose and fan clutch.

Filed Oct 6, 2000 · CA

Fuel smell coming from air conditioner after start up

Filed Jul 27, 1999 · VA

When putting the air conditioner on there are gas fumes coming from the vents and getting into the vehicle, causing headaches, vomiting and nausea..

Filed Nov 17, 1998 · Engine · MD

Vehicle experienced smoke and gas smell from engine which may cause a fire. Cause unknown. Please provide further information.