1997 Mazda MPV vs 1998 Mazda MPV
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1997 Mazda MPV | 1998 Mazda MPV |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 22 | 19 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 67 | 69 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–17 | 15–17 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mazda MPV | Mazda MPV |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 8 | 5 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 3 |
| Power Train | 2 | 1 |
| Steering | 1 | 2 |
| Suspension | 1 | 2 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 0 |
| Seats | 2 | 0 |
1997 Mazda MPV
1998 Mazda MPV
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.