2003 Mazda Mpv recalls
Equipment · NHTSA 04V282000 · Jun 10, 2004
Problem: The tire inflation pressure indicated on the vehicle certification label is not correct. The labels show the maximum tire pressure as 240 kpa/32 psi when it should be shown as 240 kpa/35 psi. As a result of this error, the load ratios for the 205/65R15 94H and the 215/60R16 95H tires exceed the levels permitted by FMVSS 120.
Risk: If the tire is operated in an under-inflated condition, the load carrying capacity of the vehicle may be compromised, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners will be provided with a corrected label that they can apply to their vehicle, or they can have a dealer install the label, if desired. The recall began on july 16, 2004. Owners should contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500, option #4.
20,000 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
Equipment · NHTSA 04V109000 · Mar 9, 2004
Problem: Certain minivans fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, "occupant crash protection." some of these vehicles were produced with air bag warning labels intended for the canadian market. Thus, the labels contain warnings in both english and french. As a result, the area of the english warning is only 16 square centimeters, as opposed to the 30 square centimeters required…
Fix: Owners will be provided with air bag caution labels and installation instructions which were mailed on july 22, 2004. Owners should contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.
350 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
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…
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.
Fix: 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…
64,000 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
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.
Fix: 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…
5,400 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
Latest owner complaints
Power Train · Jan 31, 2019 · 115,000 miles · NJ
My 2003 mazda mpv has a horrible transmission shifting problem. Took it to dealer and they said it's the transmission control module. They charged me 1,500 dollars to install new and and reflash it and the transmission still doesn't shift properly.
Wheels · Sep 14, 2018 · 168,183 miles · OR
I would like to report the vance who is the auto manager at sears auto in salem, oregon at 955 lancaster drive ne salem, oregon 97301. I bought 4 new tires in june 2018 and purchased a road hazard plus warranty. In between this incident I am reporting to you; I reported vance for being very unprofessional to me in the store, making demeaning comments to me, and denying me the…
Unknown or Other · Sep 14, 2018 · 168,183 miles · OR
I would like to report the vance who is the auto manager at sears auto in salem, oregon at 955 lancaster drive ne salem, oregon 97301. I bought 4 new tires in june 2018 and purchased a road hazard plus warranty. In between this incident I am reporting to you; I reported vance for being very unprofessional to me in the store, making demeaning comments to me, and denying me the…
Service Brakes · Sep 14, 2018 · 168,183 miles · OR
I would like to report the vance who is the auto manager at sears auto in salem, oregon at 955 lancaster drive ne salem, oregon 97301. I bought 4 new tires in june 2018 and purchased a road hazard plus warranty. In between this incident I am reporting to you; I reported vance for being very unprofessional to me in the store, making demeaning comments to me, and denying me the…
Engine · Jul 10, 2018 · 146,930 miles · CA
It stalls with no apparent reason while driving on city streets
Visibility/Wiper · Jan 31, 2018 · 17,500 miles · PR
Both sunvisors mirror housings drops hanging from the cables every time you lower the sunvisors. It happens stationary and in motion. Can't virtually use sunvisors. *js
Air Bags · Aug 16, 2017 · 81,000 miles · FL · 1 injured
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 mazda mpv. The contact stated that 48 hours after purchasing the vehicle from honda of winter haven in winter haven, florida, the passenger side air bag deployed when the key was inserted into the ignition. The front passenger's right arm and lung were bruised and was taken to the hospital by the driver. The passenger was treated and released. The…
Air Bags · Aug 14, 2017 · FL · 1 injured
Takata recall it say sr on the seat.... This is what happens, my wife and I work for a satellite company as installers. Sat at 4:30PM we arrive at customer house to perform the installation. .. Turn the car off I take the keys as normal.greet the customer and did a site surver 5 min.. Pass and we decided to go back to the car to do paper work and turn AC on.... Well my wife…
Unknown or Other · Aug 14, 2017 · FL · 1 injured
Takata recall it say sr on the seat.... This is what happens, my wife and I work for a satellite company as installers. Sat at 4:30PM we arrive at customer house to perform the installation. .. Turn the car off I take the keys as normal.greet the customer and did a site surver 5 min.. Pass and we decided to go back to the car to do paper work and turn AC on.... Well my wife…
Unknown or Other · Sep 30, 2016 · 147,950 miles · MD · 1 injured
Car was stationary and in park. Upon turning key in ignition, the passenger side air bag deployed. Mazda service agent could find no mechanical cause. It is not normal wear and tear. Resulting airbags cannot be turned on, leaving US with a vehicle with no airbag protection. Mazda declined our request to replace the faulty airbag system, and only offered US a 500 credit toward…
Air Bags · Sep 30, 2016 · 147,950 miles · MD · 1 injured
Car was stationary and in park. Upon turning key in ignition, the passenger side air bag deployed. Mazda service agent could find no mechanical cause. It is not normal wear and tear. Resulting airbags cannot be turned on, leaving US with a vehicle with no airbag protection. Mazda declined our request to replace the faulty airbag system, and only offered US a 500 credit toward…
Suspension · Mar 29, 2016 · ID
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 mazda mpv. The contact stated that the engine was misfiring due to a coil spring fracture that randomly occurred several times. The contact stated that the previous owner had to replace four coil springs that prematurely fractured. The contact later owned the vehicle in mid april 2015 and also had to replace two coil springs that fractured…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2003 Mazda Mpv have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls covering the 2003 Mazda Mpv, the most recent one (04V282000) for equipment. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Mazda Mpv?
Based on 113 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most reported areas are power train (35), engine and engine cooling (25), electrical system (16).
Have there been crashes or injuries linked to the 2003 Mazda Mpv?
Owners reported 12 crashes, 2 fires, 24 injuries and 0 deaths in complaints to NHTSA. These are unverified owner reports, not findings of fault.