Mazda Millenia Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Mazda Millenia — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002Best | Excellent | — | 8 | 1 | 1 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2001 | Good | — | 23 | 2 | — | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2000 | Good | — | 28 | — | — | — | Power Train | Full report → |
| 1999 | Excellent | — | 10 | — | — | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 1998 | Good | — | 18 | 3 | 2 | — | Power Train | Full report → |
| 1997 | Excellent | — | 13 | 2 | — | — | Power Train | Full report → |
| 1996 | Good | — | 12 | 2 | 5 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 1995Worst | Avoid | — | 83 | 7 | 18 | 3 | Air Bags | Full report → |
8 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Mazda Millenia Problems
Based on 195 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Mazda Millenia Reliability
What year Millenia has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 1995 Mazda Millenia had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 83 complaints and 0 safety recalls. See the full 1995 report for specific defects.
Is the Mazda Millenia reliable?
The Mazda Millenia has accumulated 195 owner-filed complaints and 0 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. There have been 3 reported deaths associated with complaints. The 2002 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used Millenia.
What are the most common Millenia problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Engine And Engine Cooling (37 reports), Power Train (31 reports), Air Bags (19 reports), Electrical System (13 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my Millenia has an open recall?
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