Airbag light in driver dash cluster has been coming on for several thousand miles. Sometimes it stays on, sometimes it blinks off and on.
Vehicle safety record
2002 Mazda Millenia Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 22 complaints about the 2002 Mazda Millenia with NHTSA, most often about the engine & cooling (6) and the airbags (4). Those complaints describe 2 crashes and 2 injuries. There are no recalls for it. For comparison, the 2001 has 30 and the 2003 has 1.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Millenia year, for its age
#189 most complained-about 2002 vehicle
- Complaints
- 22
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 2
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 2
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2002 Mazda Millenia problems
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No recalls for the 2002 Mazda Millenia
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2002 Mazda Millenia. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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22 complaints about the 2002 Mazda Millenia
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Driving on freeway at 65 mph for approximately 10 minutes when car suddenly over-heated, immediately pulled over to berm. Smoke in the engine area and all coolant lost. Total driving time before incident was less than 20 minutes. Car was towed to mazda dealership and told engine was damaged beyond repair. Car was then towed to a private repair shop which diagnosed same issue, engine failure. Car remains at private repair shop. *Tr
Obdii, o2 sensor (oxygen sensor), egr (exhaust gas recirculation), evaporative system, and catalytic converter causes check engine to flash. *Tr
2002 Mazda millenia paint peeling off of side view mirrors & back side wheel wells paint blistering and rusting. Called mazda they wouldn't do anything about the issue since the warranty has expired. *Tr
Problems with fuel system practically since date of purchase. Notified mazda motors but was brushed aside. 1/13/03-Engine decarbon/fuel injector cleaner;12/17/03-replace all spark plugs;02/06/04 - replaced shorted out knock sensor; 07/23/04 - engine decarbon/fuel injector cleaner; 08/23/04 - replaced sticking idle air control valve & throttle body gasket; 01/14/05 - replaced failed catalytic converter; 02/04/05 - replaced fuel pressure regulator; 07/22/05 - replaced idle air control valve & throttle body gasket;...
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05/24/06 - replaced pulse generator; 09/15/06 - replaced starter with remanufactured starter; 10/18/06 - replaced thermostat /car overheating; 10/13/06 - replaced intake air tube; 10/18/06 - replaced spark plugs & replaced belts / car overheating; 12/08/06 - replaced cam shaft belt, 2 serpentine belts 11/25/08 - replaced all spark plugs, wires & cleaned throttle body this vehicle currently has 159,000 miles on it & has now been diagnosed with needing both catalytic converters replaced, wheel balance links replaced, valve cover gaskets replaced. I wish I'd know about your website a long time ago. I can't afford the $3500 it'll take to repair this car so today, I'll have to trade it & go back to paying a car note. This car was paid off. It didn't fall under the lemon law rule but if I had to classify it, I'd certainly classify it as a lemon or put it up for recall consideration. All of these problems with the same part of the vehicle is absurd. I've owned many vehicles & never required this much maintenance. I purchased it brand new 11/2002. *Tr
Check engine light diagnostic code 1170. To many different problems covering every engine part from compression,fuel ,hoses ,solenoids coil, oxygen sensor, injectors, fuel pump, ect; madza should be able to make diagnostic code 1170 more clear , they even list engine failure come on this is unjust. *Tr
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 mazda millenia. While driving approximately 40 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact pulled over to inspect the vehicle and noticed that the door locks began locking and unlocking by themselves repeatedly. He took the vehicle to the dealer, but they were unable to identify a code that was causing the failure. The technician replaced the crankshaft position sensor and the distributor; however, the vehicle will currently not start. The manufacturer would not assist. The failure mileage was 116,000. Updated 10/14/08 *bf updated 10/23/08.*Jb
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 mazda millenia. The contact noticed that the driver side rear tire has been losing tire pressure regularly. The tire was moved to the driver side front, but the failure continued. The contact had recently purchased four new michelin tires. The mechanic diagnosed the failure as the rim corroding from the inside. The rim has not been replaced. No other tire information is available. The current mileage is 56,559 and failure mileage was 56,503.
Airbag light came on , sent to dealer, and didn't find anything. Came on again ,changed parts on driver's side. Came on again changed parts on passenger's side. Now airbag light was on and off again. Had been like that for about 4 months now. *Ak
Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds, the air bag light illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the dealer who replaced the wiring, however the problem persisted.
Vehicle was traveling at about 55 mph when all of sudden the driver smelled smoke coming from the front of the engine. Consumer pulled over to the right, and noticed that the engine was smoking. Results showed that the engine failed.*Ak
There were battery acid fumes spilling onto the engine compartment which caused the engine components to corrode. The fumes sometimes entered the cabin of the vehicle through the air vents. The battery was replaced. *Jb *sc
Front end suspension! I have for the past year been trying to get them to adhere to my findings. There are sounds coming from the end, as though there was a helicopter coming in from the distant. The faster you go the louder it gets. Also, driving real slow or pulling in and out of parking spaces there is a rubbing noise. Even the sound of a metal tap when braking and backing up as though something is shifting. I have put up with arlington rosenthal mazda for too long with this. I really need assistance from...
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someone and that's just the major problem. The other problem is with my rear deck that holds the speakers. Sounds like busted speakers or something is not properly placed sealed tightly with the deck. They jimmy-rigged the brake light cover in the rear window with a little pieace of rubber to apply pressure a year ago. Which I have been back several times since for the same issue, because it has come loose or the rubber was just worn. I think it's really a speaker and maybe the deck as well. Why don't they just replace the whole thing along with the speakers. But of course they will probably claim my warranty may have expired on that part. The first date of problems was started back in late august 2002 all the way through june 2004. I'm just tired now of dealing with and they claim to be the best service shop in the area. Can any someone assist with this matter please. *Ak
While driving at any speed, the vehicle would make a whining and grinding noise. The faster the vehicle was moving the louder the noise. Also the vehicle was taking longer to change gears while driving at higher speeds. After being to the dealer twice and a mechanics shop once, a new transmission was needed. *Jb
PROBLEMS WITH AIR BAG LIGHT ILLUMINATING.*MR *CB
I drove a mazda millenia. If there is any question of the integrity of this vehicle, talk to me! This car held together and saved my life after a very bad accident where I was hit twice,spun and hit a concrete post! This is a miracle and I am a believer! Bad valentines day, great car! This is not a complaint, but I didnt know where to submit a great compliment! I have no doubt that this car did save my life.
Consumer states the headlights provide very poor visibility at night. Consumer can not see 20ft in front of vehicle at night. Ts
Noticed bulge on sidewall of tire. Replaced tire to prevent tire failure and possible accident/casualtires. Dt
Consumer states they when fasten a child seat in the middle rear seat,the seat belt came apart when buckling belt. Consumer afraid that if this had happen while in a car accidentchild will not have been protected. Mr
The dealership effected repairs to the vehicle. The cause was "left front damper fork broke and it cut the axle boot and strut is sligh". Tech notes include "tly bent, replaced fork strut, left axle on left front and performed alignment". Repairs covered by warranty. Repair cost $1,269.06. This incident may be simliar to odi id: 8009829. Possible defective control arms on 2002 mazda millenia. Nlm
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
At 35-45 mph driver's side front vehicle dropped. Vehicle was towed to dealer, lower control arm had broken. *Ak
Mazda Millenia: every year compared
All Millenia years2002 Mazda Millenia vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 Mazda Millenia | 22 | 0 | C | |
| 2002 Mazda Tribute | 385 | 9 | F | Compare |
| 2002 Mazda MPV | 125 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 2002 Mazda Protege | 100 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 2002 Mazda 626 | 88 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 2002 Mazda B-Series | 29 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2002 Mazda MAZDA6 | 28 | 1 | A | Compare |
| 2002 Mazda Miata MX-5 | 21 | 0 | C | Compare |
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Questions about the 2002 Mazda Millenia
Does the 2002 Mazda Millenia have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2002 Mazda Millenia right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Mazda Millenia?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the engine & cooling (6), airbags (4), body, doors & structure (3).
How many complaints has the 2002 Mazda Millenia had?
22 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on May 14, 2002 and the latest on October 25, 2014. Of these, 2 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 2 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2002 Mazda Millenia a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 52 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Mazda Millenia year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Mazda Millenia years have the most complaints?
1995 (88), 2001 (30), 1998 (29). See every Mazda Millenia year compared.
What should I do if my 2002 Mazda Millenia has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data