1993 Mazda Mpv Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 1993 Mazda Mpv.

19921994
Complaints
65
Crashes
11
Fires
3
Injuries
3
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 1993 Mazda Mpv Problems

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

#110 complaints

Automatic Transmission

#28 complaints

Air Bags:Frontal

Crash-related:8
#37 complaints

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1993 Mazda Mpv.

Automatic Transmission
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Frontal
8
complaints
Crashes
8
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
5
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
2
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Manual Transmission
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Column Shift
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Ignition
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Radiator Assembly
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm)
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Power Train:Axle Assembly:Axle Shaft:Seal
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Pump
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension:Front
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 1993 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.

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1993 Mazda Mpv — FAQ

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

Is the 1993 Mazda Mpv reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 1993 Mazda Mpv has 65 NHTSA complaints, 11 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Automatic Transmission with 10 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1993 Mazda Mpv?
Top reported problems: Automatic Transmission (10 complaints); Air Bags:Frontal (8 complaints); Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline (7 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
How safe is the 1993 Mazda Mpv?
NHTSA complaints for the 1993 Mazda Mpv include 11 crash-related reports, 3 fire reports, 3 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 1993 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 1993 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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