2003 Mazda MPV electrical system problems
16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2003 Mazda MPV — 14% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Every time this mazda mpv gets a little wet it will not go over 40 mph. I have contacted the dealership with no return phone call or email. The coils allow moisture to get in which will cause the vehicle to think it is overheating and will not go no matter what you do. I was on the highway when…”
filed May 4, 2014
“While driving vehicle on highway at 60mph in traffic vehicle shut off. Mazda mechanic told me coil on number one cylinder was bad. This had been replaced just a year or so ago but apparently was bad again. *tr”
filed Jan 6, 2013
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. It is the dealer’s…
09-038-24 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 8, 2024Speedometer replacement procedure
09-016-23 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 28, 2023
Electrical System problems in other MPV years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 MPV | 3 | 8% |
| 2004 MPV | 13 | 18% |
| 2002 MPV | 9 | 7% |
| 2001 MPV | 8 | 11% |
| 2000 MPV | 11 | 7% |
| 1998 MPV | 3 | 16% |
| 1997 MPV | 1 | 5% |
| 1995 MPV | 1 | 5% |
| 1993 MPV | 7 | 14% |
| 1992 MPV | 4 | 7% |
| 1991 MPV | 3 | 5% |
| 1990 MPV | 3 | 6% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2003 Mazda MPV
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.