2000 Mazda MPV Other or unknown Problems

“Leak in 2000 MPV that dealer stated was due to outside influence and would not be covered as a manufacturer's defect. Dealer told us that the leak (which ruined our floor boards, rugs and wiring) was due to parking the car outside, which LED to dirt and leaves getting into the hood, (or somewhere) clogging the drainage system . We do park the car outside in a clear driveway. (we were not aware that you had to own a garage to own a Mazda). We have never had an accident or made any modifications to the car. It just started to leak uncontrollably. …”

“Seat belt buckle in 2nd row is designed so that it is forward of seat crack and cannot move to a completely upright position. This causes major movement/isecure belting of a child convertible booster seat, especially front-to-back movement. This movement occurs even with the tether anchor strap installed. We complained to Mazda and wanted the seat belt buckles replaced (to match the redesigned and workable seat belts in the 2001 models) or the entire seat replaced with the 2001 seats. So far, we have had little success getting any feedback from Mazda. …”

“The contact stated the rear facing infant carrier handle was loose. Upon initial inspection by the contact, it was determined the handle screws needed tightened. Additionally, with or without the child restrained in the infant seat, the base slid from side to side without warning. The manufacturer was alerted. The child safety seat was a dorel juvenile group, model eddie bauer, # 22-630fmt, and the date of manufacturer was february 2, 2006.”

“Nhtsa 01v382000 manufacturer campaign # 0520a 12/20/2001 remedy available dx brake lines and valves. As vehicle is in operation front suspension shakes very bad about 35mph to 50mph does not feel safe to drive on hwy.”

“Since we purchased the vehicle, we have had a problems keeping our 2-year old's car seat secured properly. The seatbelts in the middle seats and rear seat will not tighten and/or loosen after buckling, causing the car seat to shift and move easily. I felt we must be doing something wrong and finally had an opportunity to return it to the dealer. After over and hour and throught the efforts of a service advisor and a lead service technician, it was determined there must be some sort of design flaw in the seatbelt which prevented the belts from locking properly. …”