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2000 Mazda MPV repairs by problem area

Engine (57%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (2%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (1%)

Other (2%)

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2000 Mazda MPV repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (6%)

$500 - $999 (14%)

$100 - $499 (52%)

< $100 (28%)

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Chart based on 71 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

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Mazda MPV in Ontario, Canada Aug 2009 - Feb 2010
Sep 2009 93000 mi C $350	oil pan replaced due to damaged thread
Dec 2009 95480 mi C $350	leaking engine oil. gaskets need replacement

Mazda MPV in Rhode Island, United States May 2009 - Aug 2009
Jun 2009 89000 mi US $250	Water pump not working properly.
Aug 2009 89000 mi	Traded in under C4C with minor electrical problems (the interior door lights would not turn off when the car was running).

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Mazda MPV in Pennsylvania, United States Jun 2010 - Mar 2011
Dec 2010 45000 mi US $300	New brake drums, belts and motor mount.

Mazda MPV in Ontario, Canada Aug 2010 - Sep 2015
Oct 2011 148800 mi C $360	Replaced alternator.

Mazda MPV in California, United States May 2011 - Jan 2012
Jul 2011 110000 mi US $1000	Knocking sound on front struts/suspension.
Jan 2012	Rear door passenger side sliding door lock actuator failed.

Mazda MPV in Virginia, United States Apr 2011 - Jul 2011
Jul 2011 173000 mi	Exhaust manifold leaking when sold.

Mazda MPV in New Jersey, United States Mar 2013 - Apr 2014
Apr 2014 168000 mi US $600	Inherent overheating , which anyone with knowledge of the Canadian engine swap "fiasco" is well aware of. These vehicles should have all been recalled for engine replacements!!

Mazda MPV in Mozambique Mar 2012 - Mar 2013
Mar 2013 79360 mi	Exhaust Manifold Gasket need to be replaced the acelerator sensor was not working and the car wasnt developing the speeds. Was just running in the first gear spark plugs

Mazda MPV in Nigeria Sep 2011 - Jun 2018
Oct 2011 68820 mi $250	Faulty right tire hub gave way, Speedometer & odometer stopped working after. Speedometer sensor fixed. When trying to fix speedometer previously,the trans got bad and wouldn't change gear, O/D light on.
Apr 2014 132740 mi $400	transmission shot, had to be either repaired or replaced opted to replace
Jul 2014 139500 mi	fixed holes in the exhaust with the use of steel wool, steel cans and clamps to improve fuel economy cracks in rear suspension welded, I mean this component http://www.mazdapartsunlimited.com/auto-parts/2000/mazda/mpv/lx-trim/2-5l-v6-gas-engine/suspension-cat/suspension-springs-and-related-components-scat/54224505-assy
Aug 2014 139500 mi $150	The ignition coil failed, was replaced with used.

Mazda MPV in California, United States Mar 2011 - Aug 2014
Nov 2012 119400 mi US $500	Oxygen sensor replaced, periodic maintenance nag reset

Mazda MPV in Georgia, United States Jul 2008 - May 2011
Mar 2009 108000 mi	CEL came on, van running fine. I took it to autozone and was told that an O2 sensor needs replaced. I'm going to wait a bit until I can afford to replace it.
Oct 2010 108000 mi	Water pump failed, replaced. Negative battery terminal rusted away from the wire. Replaced, van now starts. O2 sensor on order O2 sensor installed.

Mazda MPV in Queensland, Australia Jun 2008 - Dec 2017
Oct 2008 111600 mi A $100	Cooling system overflow bottle leaking.
May 2009 119660 mi A $250	Engine ignition coil failing have replaced HT leads, waiting for coil.
Jun 2009 120280 mi	Replaced ignition leads with OEM brand from Top gun and turned out didnt require the coil at all.
Aug 2009 122760 mi A $50	Coolant leak from top radiator hose. System pressurised to find leak. Hose clamps replaced.
Nov 2009 123380 mi A $450	Connecting hose to thermostat/engine/water pump failed. Water pump required replacement (original waterpump lasted almost 200,000km).
Feb 2010 126260 mi A $450	Axle Bump Stops needed replacement.
Nov 2010 132260 mi A $900	Radiator was repaired just over three years ago, but has consistently been failing as the car has been overheating up major hills etc.
Dec 2010 132680 mi A $885	Replaced Shock absorbers all round. Orignal equipment has lasted 11 years and >200,000km.
Dec 2012 157480 mi A $200	High tension leads
Oct 2013 166240 mi A $285	Rubber Coupling needed replacing
Nov 2013 167400 mi A $200	Replacement of rear view mirror after it fell off in my hand (probably sun damage over the years).
Mar 2014 172360 mi A $900	Starter Motor failure and replacement

Mazda MPV in North Dakota, United States May 2008 - Jul 2014
Mar 2009 84000 mi US $220	Alternator failed.
May 2010 90600 mi US $545	Front seal was leaking oil. Replaced.
Aug 2011 107000 mi US $556	The alternator stopped charging and it was replaced.
Mar 2012 111000 mi US $350	Battery drained. Fusable link was blown during jump start. Blown fuses were replaced and cause of battery drain was determined to be radio, which was diconnected.
Apr 2013 123200 mi US $458	intake manifold gasket was leaking. Replaced.
Sep 2013 131000 mi US $283	Window regulator for drivers door went out
Mar 2014 132000 mi US $145	Replaced rear shocks

Mazda MPV in Wisconsin, United States May 2008 - Nov 2012
Jun 2009 112000 mi US $150	Water pump failed at 112,000 miles. Replaced with OEM replacement part.
Aug 2009 113000 mi US $400	Bad ball joint on driver's side. Replaced both lower control arms as a preventative measure.
Nov 2009 115000 mi US $900	Windings in alternator failed, alternator seized.
Aug 2010 122000 mi US $350	Replaced 2 front struts.
Mar 2011 137000 mi US $550	Front brakes replaced (pads, rotors, and 1 caliper), coolant leak in rear heater fixed.
Oct 2012 173000 mi US $20	Replaced right side tie rod end

Mazda MPV in New Jersey, United States Jun 2009 - Jun 2015
Sep 2009 133000 mi US $200	Found a hair line crack on the right side of the radiator after filling antifreeze to the recovery tank almost everyday. Replaced the defective radiator.
Jan 2010 136000 mi US $453	rough idle and spewing nauscious exhaust fumes. replaced ignition wire set and all six spark plugs.
Feb 2010 137000 mi US $56	Erratic Idle speed problem recurred after spark plug/ignition wire set replacement. Replaced ignition coil module, idle speed back to normal. Replaced ignition coil pack in an attempt to improve spark intensity. Intermittent rough idle problem was cleared and returned.
Mar 2010 138000 mi US $2	DTC's P0171 and P0174 occur once every four to five days. Replaced broken Idle Air Control Valve gasket. No DTC's noted. Lesson learned: Do Not re-use any gaskets.
Jul 2010 142000 mi US $6	Loss of air conditioning. Repair shop replaced defective compressor and recharged with new refrigerant. Check Engine Light DTG P0455. Replaced gas tank cap. No CEL.
Oct 2010 145000 mi US $80	Replaced worn out rear shocks because they make noise over bumps.
Dec 2010 147000 mi US $15	REPLACED PCV VALVE DUE TO P0171 DTC AND CONDENSATION (MILKY OIL FILM ON OLD PCV VALVE). ADDED CLAMPS TO PCV VACUUM HOSE CONNECTIONS.
Feb 2011 148000 mi US $407	Heard loud whining noise and the Battery warning light was lit. Replaced alternator to clear both.
May 2011 150883 mi	constant random misfire dtc P0300, found crack in a rubber air hose connects air filter to IAC. constant random misfire dtc P0300, found crack in a rubber air hose connects air filter to IAC.
Jan 2012 160000 mi US $185	Engine crank but won't start. Replaced all (6) fouled platinum +4 spark plugs that only ran 24,000 miles. No check engine light.

Mazda MPV in Delaware, United States May 2009 - May 2014
Sep 2010 116000 mi US $140	Replace leaky flex pipe.
Oct 2010 118000 mi US $300	Driver side power lock actuator gear failed. New one installed.
Jun 2011 125000 mi US $62	Right Lift support rusted out and broke. Replace both Left and Right lift support.
Aug 2011 128000 mi US $150	replaced the rear ac/heat pipe as it is leaking antifreeze.
Dec 2011 129000 mi US $500	Alternator not charging. Battery light came on. Replace alternator and battery.
Apr 2012 131800 mi US $150	the remanufactured alternator had only 1 yr warranty. Failed during a long trip (8 hrs) and luckily replaced with a remanufactured alternator (CHAMPION) that has 3 yr warranty with no charge for labor. Paid extra 150 for it though.
Jun 2013 144000 mi US $200	Replace passenger side lock actuator. Rear right door lock actuator not working too. But skip that repair to save money.
May 2014 148000 mi	Rear right door lock actuator not working.

Mazda MPV in Florida, United States Feb 2009 - Jun 2013
Sep 2012 234000 mi US $170	Replaced leaking Radiator
Jan 2013 242000 mi US $193	Coolant hose failure.

Mazda MPV in California, United States Nov 2012 - Mar 2015
Nov 2013 111000 mi US $20	Was told in Mar my check engine light code was replace catalytic converter. Waited til registration due because of high cost. Went to another mechanic - code was for vacuum leak but he found none and reset chk eng light

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Mazda MPV in California, United States May 2008 - Mar 2010
Jun 2008 80000 mi	replace catalytic converter

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Mazda MPV in Minnesota, United States Jun 2009 - Dec 2009
Jul 2009 139000 mi US $380	o2 sensor was replaced, first replacement at 139k. pretty good for an o2, usually see them go a lot sooner.
Nov 2009 139000 mi US $1100	Radiator leaking, replaced radiator, thermostat and hoses. CEL came on, replaced intake and exhaust gaskets.
Dec 2009 139000 mi US $275	Oil cooler transmission line failed, reattached line with a clamp and then traded-in vehicle.