NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2002 Mazda Mpv; the most frequently affected component is exterior lighting — fog lights. Owners filed 125 complaints, most often about power train. Among the 7 model years of this model in the database, 2002 ranks #3 for number of recalls.
Vehicle speed control — CablesCampaign 04V234000 · 19 May 2004
Problem: On certain minivans equipped with cruise control, the cruise control actuator cable may be broken due to insufficient strength (group 1). Also included are certain 2000-2001 minivans equipped with cruise control built between march 31, 1999 and march 31, 2001, that have had the cruise control repaired and possibly had a defective cable installed during that repair (group 2).
Risk: It is possible that the broken actuator cable may be out of position and could interfere with the operation of the accelerator cable, preventing a decrease in engine speed while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the actuator cable. Owner notification for vehicles involved in group 1 began on july 7, 2004. Owner notification for vehicles involved in group 2 began on september 10, 2004. Owners should contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.
Exterior lighting — Fog lightsCampaign 03V206000 · 05 Jun 2003
Problem: On certain mini vans and passenger vehicles, the socket holder in the fog lights is installed in the lamp casing using pressure. During operation of the fog light, the heat from the bulb can expand the socket holder. The expansion can force the socket holder rearward. After repeatedly being subject to this expansion, if the fog light is also subjected to vibration during vehicle operation, the socket holder with the bulb holder and the wiring harness may separate from the fog light casing.
Risk: Should this occur, the bulb socket and the harness can drop inside the bumper and possibly but rarely, the heat generated by the bulb can cause the bumper to burn.
Remedy: Dealers will install a spring to prevent the socket holder from separating from the lamp case. Owner notification began on july 14, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.
Exterior lighting — Fog lightsCampaign 03V053000 · 13 Feb 2003
Problem: On certain mini vans equipped with front fog lights,the fog light bulb socket may have been installed improperly.
Risk: If the vehicle continues to be used with this condition, the bulb socket and the wiring harness may separate from the fog light housing if exposed to shock and/or vibration and drop inside the bumper. Should this occur, the operation of the fog light may then cause the bumper to burn.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the installation condition of the fog light bulb assembly, and repair it when necessary. Owner notification began march 31, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.
Equipment — LabelsCampaign 02V078000 · 20 Mar 2002
Problem: Certain mini vans fail to comply to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." an incorrect gross axle weight rating (gawr) was indicated on the certification label.
Remedy: Owners will be mailed accurate certification labels and inserts for the owner's manual. Owner notification began june 12, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.
What owners complain about
Share of the 40 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.
Power train26 · 65%
Engine and engine cooling4 · 10%
Air bags3 · 8%
Vehicle speed control3 · 8%
Exterior lighting2 · 5%
Engine2 · 5%
Electrical system2 · 5%
Tires1 · 2%
When complaints were filed
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From owner complaints
The transmission on my 2002 mazda mpv failed with just 53,000 miles on it. I had noticed some problems shifting on hills and freeways. The repair man called it "flash shifting" when i took it in to be checked out. Dealer diagnosed the problem and performed a "reflash" of the transmission control module. 3 days later,…
My van started jerking into 2nd gear and it had no pickup, i could feel it not catching gears so i took it to my mechanic and they say it needs a new transmission. It will cost between $2000 and $4000 to fix. *tr
My husband and i own a 2002 mazda mpv lx. Last week on saturday, october 31, 2009, the transmission failed while my husband was driving on the walt whitman bridge coming to philadelphia. Although our van is 7 years old, it only has a little over 40,000 miles on it and we keep it in great condition. After having it…
I was driving my 2002 mazda mpv minivan with 91,000 miles on it on the freeway and when i tried to accelerate, it would not shift into higher gear. It seemed to go into neutral and i began loosing speed. I have done all maintenance as was suggested in the handbook by mazda. In fact, mazda has done all of the…
Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.