2003 Chevrolet Venture vs 2003 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 | 2003 Chevrolet Venture | 2003 Mazda MPV |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 185 | 113 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 469 | 124 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 19 | 12 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–20 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 65,000 mi | 46,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Venture | Mazda MPV |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 16 | 35 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 23 | 23 |
| Structure | 27 | 8 |
| Electrical System | 17 | 16 |
| Exterior Lighting | 30 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 17 | 10 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 11 | 5 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 14 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 8 | 13 |
| Overheating | 6 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 12 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 10 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 10 |
2003 Chevrolet Venture
2003 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.