1992 Mazda Mpv Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 1992 Mazda Mpv.

19911993
Complaints
95
Crashes
8
Fires
0
Injuries
17
Fatalities
—
Recalls
1

Worst 1992 Mazda Mpv Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#113 complaints

Automatic Transmission

#29 complaints

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine

#36 complaints

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1992 Mazda Mpv.

Automatic Transmission
13
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
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Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
9
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
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Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
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Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
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Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
4
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
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Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
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Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
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Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
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Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
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Gasoline Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
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Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tire Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Fan
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
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Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Radiator Assembly
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
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Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Catalytic Convertor
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
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Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve)
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
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Equipment:Electrical:Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc.
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
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Exterior Lighting:Headlights:High/Low Beam Dimmer Switch
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Carburetor System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel Pump
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Other
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
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Recalls for 1992 Mazda Mpv

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~1,368,500 vehicles.

15V674000Electrical System:ignition:switch
~1,368,500 affected

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 1989-1998 MPV, 1990-1995 323, 1990-1998 Protege, 1992-1993 MX-3, 1993-1995 929, 1993-1997 MX-6, and 1993-1998 626 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, grease applied to the contact points inside the ignition switch may become conductive and overheat.

Other Mazda Mpv Years

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1992 Mazda Mpv — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 1992 Mazda Mpv reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 1992 Mazda Mpv has 95 NHTSA complaints, 8 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Automatic Transmission with 13 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1992 Mazda Mpv?
Top reported problems: Automatic Transmission (13 complaints); Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine (9 complaints); Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads (6 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
How safe is the 1992 Mazda Mpv?
NHTSA complaints for the 1992 Mazda Mpv include 8 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 17 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 1992 Mazda Mpv have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 1,368,500 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 1992 Mazda Mpv?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Mazda Mpv reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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