2001 Mazda Millenia Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 25, 2020 · 29 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Millenia years
More complaints than other years 2nd of 9 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 29 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Mazda Millenia. That ranks 2nd out of 9 Millenia model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (7 complaints, 24%), typically at around 31,750 miles. Complaints mention 3 crashes, 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Mazda Millenia
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Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2001 Mazda Millenia problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine and Engine Cooling7 · ~31,750 mi
Power Train7 · ~61,000 mi
Air Bags4 · ~162,123 mi
Visibility4 · ~40,000 mi
Vehicle Speed Control3 · ~154,500 mi
Steering2 · ~69,883 mi
Tires2 · ~74,000 mi
Wheels2 · ~35,625 mi
Exterior Lighting1
Fuel/propulsion System1 · ~162,123 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine and Engine Cooling724%31,750——
Power Train724%61,000——
Air Bags414%162,123——
Visibility414%40,000——
Vehicle Speed Control310%154,500——
Steering27%69,883——
Tires27%74,000——
Wheels27%35,625——
Exterior Lighting13%———
Fuel/propulsion System13%162,123——
Structure13%28,000——
Suspension13%14,000——
Traction Control System13%148,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2002, with 4 complaints
2001: 2200122002: 4200242003: 2200322004: 4200442005: 3200532006: 3200632007: 2200722009: 1200912010: 4201042013: 1201312014: 1201412020: 220202

n = 29 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2001 Mazda Millenia recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2001 Mazda Millenia.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

The vehicle was stationary on a city street. Started the vehicle, foot on the brake and shifted into drive.vehicle was idling at normal rpm. When the foot was removed from the brake petal, the car lurched forward at full throttle. My foot never touched the gas pedal. It traveled about 10 feet…

Power Train · received Feb 25, 2020 · NHTSA complaint 11311458

My mechanic, mojarro auto repair, ordered from autozone this part....when it arrived, realized it didn't at all resemble the part that his diagnostic tool stated was the problem. Jesse, found 1 at a wrecking yard. In 3 days the check engine light came on, again. I phoned detroit, michigan....gave…

Air Bags · received Feb 14, 2020 · NHTSA complaint 11309130

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 mazda millenia. The contact stated that while attempting to engage the brakes, the engine stalled. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the timing belt needed to be replaced. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Nov 14, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10655085

I was driving on bypass and the traction control light and traction control off light came on and the car didn't want to go. It was trying to stall and an 18 wheeler was behind me. The driver of the 18 wheeler almost hit me and he honked his horn at me. I guess he thought i was playing some sort of…

Vehicle Speed Control · received Oct 29, 2013 · NHTSA complaint 10550069

Purchased a 2001 mazda millenia in december 2003 - ongoing engine flow/check engine light issues; problem within 12-months - light stays on...asked and was never provided solution to issue; repairs do not fix issue and check engine light remains lit; no car repair shop or mazda dealer has been able…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Dec 9, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10369762

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Mazda Millenia?

Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, power train, air bags problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 7 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2001 Mazda Millenia?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2001 Mazda Millenia a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Millenia model years, the 2001 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.