Is the Mazda Millenia Reliable?
1995–2002 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Mazda Millenia Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 0 | 8 | 1 | — | 92 | Excellent |
| 2001 | 0 | 23 | — | — | 77 | Good |
| 2000 | 0 | 28 | — | — | 72 | Good |
| 1999 | 0 | 10 | — | — | 90 | Excellent |
| 1998 | 0 | 18 | 2 | — | 81 | Excellent |
| 1997 | 0 | 13 | — | — | 87 | Excellent |
| 1996 | 0 | 12 | 5 | — | 86 | Excellent |
| 1995 | 0 | 83 | 18 | 3 | 37 | Poor |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Millenia Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Millenia scores 6 points above the average sedan — a strong result.
Known Mazda Millenia Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 195 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Mazda Millenia reliable?+
The Mazda Millenia scores 78/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 8 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 0 recall campaigns and 195 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Millenia is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2002 Millenia achieved the highest reliability score of 92/100 with 0 recalls and 8 complaints.
How many miles does a Millenia last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Mazda Millenia owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Millenia will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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