2001 Mazda MPV Vehicle speed control Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 10%of 70 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 58,536miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the vehicle speed control of the 2001 Mazda MPV, 10% of the 70 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 58,536 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Accelerator pedal was sticking after placing the vehicle in drive or reverse. The consumer was told by the dealership, that the problem was caused by carbon build-up on the throttle body which was not covered under warranty and considered a maintenance problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10066829, filed 2004-04, 25,000 miles“Accelerator pedal was sticking after placing the vehicle in drive or reverse. The van would jump when pushing the pedal. The consumer was told by the dealership, that the problem was caused by bad throttle body.”
NHTSA complaint #10107554, filed 2005-01, 48,222 miles“Throttle pedal was sticking upon cold start. Pedal had to be stepped on harder than usual upon start which then caused vehicle to surge forward. Vehicle seemed fine after first push of pedal. Dealer had to clean out carbon deposits. This has happened twice in past 2 years. Worried that pedal would possibly stick while driving which would definitely be a safety issue. These deposits have occurred despite using techron gas additive. Vehicle engine light has also come on many times in past - these also may have been due to carbon buildup.”
NHTSA complaint #10170179, filed 2006-10, 68,850 miles“When pulling off from a stop idle needle goes up to 3 rpms, and then drops to 1 RPM. There would be a loud metal to metal clinking noise when vehicle has shifted into reverse. Driver took vehicle to a mechanic, and mechanic stated that motor valves were bad. Please provide any further information.”
NHTSA complaint #8003304, filed 2002-01“While driving engine surges upon trying to stop vehicle. Consumer contacted dealer. Problem was never resolved. Consumer traded vehicle in. Please provide any further information. Consumer stated the transmission was acting erractically.”
NHTSA complaint #8017170, filed 2002-08Related recalls
- 04V234000May 19, 2004On certain minivans equipped with cruise control, the cruise control actuator cable may be broken due to insufficient strength (group 1). Also included are…Covers: Mazda MPV 2001–2002
Related service bulletins
- 10186703Jan 21, 2021In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer
- 10148072Oct 10, 2018In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by…
- 10144333Aug 31, 2018In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by…
Vehicle speed control: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 2 | 17% |
| 2004 | 2 | 3% |
| 2003 | 9 | 8% |
| 2002 | 5 | 4% |
| 2001 | 7 | 10% |
| 2000 | 9 | 6% |
| 1996 | 3 | 17% |
| 1994 | 2 | 6% |
| 1993 | 1 | 2% |
| 1992 | 3 | 5% |
Other parts of the 2001 Mazda MPV
15 complaintsAir bags
11 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
10 complaintsElectrical system
8 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaintsBrakes
5 complaintsEquipment
3 complaintsOther or unknown
3 complaintsTires
3 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
2 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2001 Mazda MPV
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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