2006 Mazda Mpv problems
The Mazda MPV (Multi-Purpose Passenger Vehicle) is a minivan manufactured by Mazda. Introduced in 1988 as a rear-wheel-drive model with optional selectable four-wheel drive, this was replaced in 1999 with a front-wheel-drive version with optional all-wheel-drive in some markets. Over one million MPV models have been produced since its introduction.
First generation (LV; 1988)
The MPV was designed from the ground-up as a minivan specifically for the American market, and was introduced in 1988 for the 1989 model year. It was based on the large rear-wheel-drive Mazda Luce's platform. The platform allowed such options as a V6 engine, and optional four-wheel drive. However this large platform created some liabilities in other markets. When it was introduced in Japan in January 1990, its engine displacement and exterior dimensions exceeded Japanese government regulations for vehicles classified as "compact", and as a result, Japanese buyers were liable for additional annual taxes. It was available at Mazda's Japanese luxury dealership network Ɛ̃fini starting in 1991.
Its selectable 4WD system is not to be confused with all road conditions "all-wheel-drive" systems; the MPV can be switched into locked 4WD with a switch mounted on the column gear selector. A dash mounted switch controlled the center differential, creating a locked power distributions on the front and rear axles. The 4WD is not for use on dry roads, but can be engaged and disengaged while moving. Its efficient use of interior space while offering a relatively small exterior drew from Mazda's experience with space efficient one-box minivans, like the Mazda Bongo.
Unlike other minivans, the MPV's parking brake was directly on the floor beside the driver's seat and operated by the hand, when most other minivans had the parking brake in the driver footwell area and operated by the left foot. Like the later Honda Odyssey introduced in North America in early 1995, it featured traditional hinged doors instead of sliding rear doors, though the original MPV only had a single rear door. This was also the only Mazda MPV generation sold in North America with a manual transmission, offered in the '89 through '91 model years. The middle row was available as a 3-person bench, allowing seating for eight, when most minivans only seated seven. Because of the MPV's optional 4WD, the Mazda Navajo version of the Ford Explorer (sold from 1990 to 1994) was only offered as a two-door, so as to minimize internal competition.
The van was named to Car and Driver magazine's Ten Best list for 1990 and 1991 and featured as one of their "vehicles for the coming (fuel) crisis". Initial sales were strong as well, but rapidly fell off once other makers introduced all-wheel drive and V6 engines. In the years to come, Toyota's 1991 Previa, Nissan's 1993 Quest, and Honda's 1995 Odyssey had entered the market and began diluting Mazda's market share. Sales weren't helped when the MPV received one star out of four in the Australian Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) crash tests and a "Marginal" rating in the American Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) crash tests for damage to the occupant compartment, tire intrusion into the driver footwell area, poor dummy kinematics, and possibility of injuries to both legs.
In 1992 for the 1993 model year, a new Mazda emblem and a remote keyless entry system were introduced. A standard driver's airbag was later introduced in early 1993.
The van was facelifted in 1995 for the 1996 model year, adding driver's side rear door, passenger side airbag, and extending the nose for improved crash protection. While the four-cylinder engine was retired for the American and Canadian markets, it was replaced with a similar but somewhat smaller 2.5 L unit for the rest of the world. A mild refresh was introduced in 1997 for the 1998 model year with "all-sport" body cladding and wheel arches, and polished alloy wheels. Mazda discontinued the original MPV after the 1998 model year for North America, and after the 1999 model year for the rest of the world.
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Common 2006 Mazda Mpv problems
The Mazda MPV, particularly the 2006 model, has been reported to have several common problems by its owners. One of the most frequently reported issues is the engine stalling when slowing down, which has been reported six times for the 2005 model year.
Another common problem with the Mazda MPV is engine failure, which has been reported three times for the 2000 model year.
The transmission in the Mazda MPV has also been reported to have problems, with the transmission dying reported twice for the 2002 model year.
The engine in the Mazda MPV has also been reported to idle roughly, which has been reported twice for the 2004 model year.
The coil in motor has also been reported to break, causing engine misfire, which has been reported twice for the 2004 model year.
In addition to these specific issues, the Mazda MPV has also been reported to have problems with the power steering oil pump pulley retaining nut coming loose, which can cause the engine to seize completely. This issue can be quite serious, as it can leave drivers stranded and may require costly repairs.
The Mazda MPV has also been reported to have problems with the handbrake, with some owners reporting that it cannot hold the weight of the vehicle on a hill and that the handbrake cable needs adjusting. This issue can be quite serious, as it can make the vehicle difficult to park and may require costly repairs.
The Mazda MPV has also been reported to have problems with the water pump, with some owners reporting that it needs to be fixed in cars produced between March and October 2003. This issue can be quite serious, as it can lead to engine overheating and may require costly repairs.
The Mazda MPV has also been reported to have problems with the cylinder head seal, with some owners reporting that it can fail and cause heavy oil consumption in cars built between August and November 2003. This issue can be quite serious, as it can lead to engine damage and may require costly repairs.
The Mazda MPV has also been reported to have problems with the airbag inflators, with some models affected by a recall due to defective airbags that can shrapnel-hurling. This issue can be quite serious, as it can lead to injury or death in the event of an accident.
In conclusion, the Mazda MPV, particularly the 2006 model, has been reported to have several common problems by its owners, including engine stalling, engine failure, transmission dying, rough idling, coil in motor breaking, power steering oil pump pulley retaining nut coming loose, handbrake problems, water pump problems, cylinder head seal problems, and airbag inflator problems. These issues can be quite serious and may require costly repairs. It is important for owners of the Mazda MPV to be aware of these potential problems and to take appropriate action to address them if they occur.
2006 Mazda Mpv car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Mazda Mpv problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Air bags problems
- Engine problems
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Electronic stability control (esc) problems
- Exterior lighting problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2006 Mazda Mpv vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
2006 Mazda Mpv complaints
The NHTSA has received 12 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2006 Mazda Mpv.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-06-15
- VIN: JM3LW28A760
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MAZDA MPV. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V404000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. TULLEY MAZDA (147 DANIEL WEBSTER HWY, NASHUA, NH) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE AND WAS NOT ABLE TO CONFIRM WHEN THE PARTS WERE TO BECOME AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-03-08
- VIN: JM3LW28A260
- Components: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE
- Summary: MY VEHICLE HAS LES THAN 84,000 MILES ON IT AND ALL OF A SUDDEN THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON WHILE I WAS DRIVING AND A TECHNICIAN LATER TOLD ME THAT THERE IS A PROBLEM IN THE SPARK PLUG SYSTEM. I ALSO HAD A WINDSHIELD WIPER POP OFF WHILE IN USE GOING DOWN THE HIGHWAY.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-05-31
- VIN: JM3LW28A860
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MAZDA MPV. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, IDLING, OR DRIVING UPHILL, THE CONTACT HEARD A KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM ENGINE CYLINDER NUMBER SIX. THE FAILURE RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT CALLED THE SIERRA MAZDA DEALER IN BIRMINGHAM, AL. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THERE WAS NO OPEN RECALL ON THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT NOTIFIED THE MANUFACTURER. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 200,000.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-06-15
- VIN: JM3LW28J860
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MAZDA MPV. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V354000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART FOR THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-07-01
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: THE HEADLIGHT HOUSINGS HAVE HAZED OVER. THIS CONDITION HAS SEVERLY LIMITED THE LIGHT OUTPUT OF THE HEADLIGHTS. THE VEHICLE IS WELL MAINTAINED AND THE MANUFACTURER CONTENDS THAT THIS IS NORMAL WEAR ON THE HEADLIGHT. *JS I FIND IT HARD TO BELIEVE THAT THEY INTENDED THE LIGHT OUTPUT TO DIMINISH OVER TIME TO THE POINT WHERE THE HEADLIGHT HOUSINGS RESTRICT LIGHT OUTPUT BELOW MINIMUM LUMEN.OUTPUT
STRUCTURE,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-09-26
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JM3LW28J360
- Components: STRUCTURE,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: I OWN A 2006 MAZDA MPV. ON SEPTEMBER 26, MY WIFE HAD AN ACCIDENT WHILE ENTERING IN OUR HOME DRIVE WAY, WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE AND STRUCK THE GARAGE DOOR AND CRASHED AGAINST THE INTERNAL WALL THAT DIVIDE THE GARAGE FROM THE KITCHEN. WE DID NOT REPORTED THE ACCIDENT TO THE POLICE OR THE INSURANCE TO AVOID FURTHER INCREASE IN THE QUOTES INSURANCE BUT OUR NEIGHBORS SAW THE ACCIDENT. WE HAD TO HIRE A SPECIALIZED DOOR COMPANY TO REPLACE THE GARAGE DOOR AND A HANDYMAN TO FIX THE GARAGE SIDE AND THE KITCHEN SIDE. THE ESTIMATED COST FOR THE CAR REPAIR IS $2,000.00, NEW GARAGE DOOR $1,175.00 AND THE WALL $250. A FEW DAYS AFTER WE BOTH THIS CAR, I HAD THE SAME PROBLEM AT THE AUTO PARTS PARKING LOT WITHOUT CONSEQUENCES, JUST THE TERRIBLE MOMENT IN WHAT YOU FEEL THAT YOU CAN'T STOP YOUR CAR. WE FOUNDED AT LEAST 15 COMPLAINTS IN THE INTERNET RELATED TO THIS TYPE OF PROBLEM WITH THE MAZDA MPV. ALL THESE COMPLAINS ARE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-07-05
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY
- Summary: THE ELECTRIC WINDOW CONTROL FOR THE 2006 MAZDA MPV FAILED TO LOWER THE DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW WHEN ENGAGED. WHEN THE OTHER WINDOW CONTROLS WERE ENGAGED, THE CONTROL PANEL ON THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR BEGAN TO MAKE A WHINING NOISE AND SMOKE. WE REPORTED IT TO THE MAZDA DEALER WHO TOLD US THAT THEY HAVE SEEN THIS PROBLEM QUITE A BIT, BUT IT IS NOT ON ANY RECALL AND WOULD COST ALMOST $1,000 TO FIX. WE TOOK THE FUSE OUT THAT CONTROLLED THE WINDOWS AND HAVE NOT HAD IT FIXED YET. *TR
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-04-01
- VIN: JM3LW28A960
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: THE DEALER REPLACED THE FILLER TUBE FOR FILLING UP THE GAS TANK. EVERY TIME I PUMP GAS INTO THE VEHICLE I GET BACK SPLASH THAT GOES ALL OVER MYSELF AND THE GROUND. I'VE BEEN TRYING TO GET THEM TO FIX THE PROBLEM, BUT THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER DON'T WANT TO FIX THE PROBLEM. THE VEHICLE WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY WHEN THE PROBLEM STARTED. THEY HAVE REPLACED THE FILLER TUBE TWICE AND THE GAS TANK, BUT THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. THIS BACK SPLASH IS DANGEROUS TO MY HEALTH AND THE ENVIRONMENT. I BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE BRAND NEW. THE PROBLEM WASN'T THERE WHEN I BOUGHT THE VAN. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-06-06
- VIN: JM3LW28A960
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MAZDA MPV. THE CONTACT STATED WHENEVER FUEL WAS ADDED TO THE VEHICLE IT SPILLED BACK OUT. THE DEALER REPLACED THE FILLER TUBE TWICE AND THE FUEL TANK ONE TIME SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED AND THE FAILURE CONTINUED TO OCCUR. THE FUEL CONTINUED TO SPILL OUT ON THE CONTACT. THE MANUFACTURER WROTE A LETTER AND A CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SHOULD HAVE NOTIFIED HIM. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 38,944.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-12-17
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JM3LW28J560
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MAZDA MPV. WHILE PULLING INTO A HANDICAPPED SPACE WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE AND STRUCK THE HANDICAPPED SIGN. THE VEHICLE PROCEEDED AND CRASHED INTO THE WINDOW OF A BANK. THE CONTACT RECEIVED INJURIES TO HIS CHEST AND STOMACH. THE VEHICLE WILL BE TOWED TO THE MAZDA DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE CONTACT PREVIOUSLY INFORMED THE DEALER THAT HIS VEHICLE WAS SURGING AND THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS ACCELERATING FASTER THAN THE SET SPEED. FLORIDA HIGHWAY POLICE FILED REPORT NUMBER 070FF132518, AND H.S.M.C. FILED CRASH REPORT NUMBER 7738-3529. THE SPEED AND POWERTRAIN WERE UNKNOWN. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 8,666 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 8,500.
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-10-09
- VIN: JM3LW28J060
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: PREMATURE WEAR - OEM DUNLOP TIRES WORN OUT AT UNDER 14,000 SMALL PUNCTURE COULD NOT BE SEALED BUY MAZDA DEALER - AFTER TAKING THE MPV TO THE LOCAL GOODYEAR SHOP - THE INDICATED THE TIRES WERE TOO WORN TO REPAIR . I HAVE ALL THE MAINTENANCE RECORDS AND THE TIRES WERE ROTATED AT MAZDA DEALER. *TR
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-07-12
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: JM3LW28A960
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: AT LOW SPEED, 20 TO 40 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION JERKS SO MUCH THAT THE HEADREST HITS MY HEAD BADLY. IT IS ALMOST LIKE THE VEHICLE IS REAR-ENDED BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. MY HEAD IS STILL DIZZY AFTER A DAY. THIS JERKING FREQUENCY IS ABOUT TWICE IN THE PAST 4 WEEKS.
2006 Mazda Mpv recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the 2006 Mazda Mpv.
- Manufacturer: Mazda North American Operations
- Park It: 1
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2005-2006 Mazda MPV vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. On July 9, 2019 this recall was expanded to include certain 2005-2009 RX-8 vehicles that were previously recalled under 17V-011 but have not yet been repaired. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
- Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began July 6, 2018 for MPV vehicles. The recall began July 9, 2019 for RX-8 vehicles. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 2618F. Note: With the addition of the RX-8 vehicles, this recall fully supersedes recall 17V-011.
- Manufacturer: Mazda North American Operations
- Park It: 1
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2003-2008 Mazda6, 2006-2007 Mazdaspeed6 and 2004 MPV vehicles nationwide. Mazda is also recalling 2005-2006 MPV vehicles in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands. On July 9, 2019 this recall was expanded to include certain 2004-2011 RX-8 vehicles that were previously recalled under 16V-354 but have not yet been repaired. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these passenger air bag inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
- Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is performed. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began July 6, 2018. Mailing to the affected RX-8 owners began July 6, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 2618F. Note: With the addition of the RX-8 vehicles, this recall fully supersedes recall 16V354.
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