Alternator/generator/regulator problems of the 2000 Mazda MPV

Two problems related to alternator/generator/regulator have been reported for the 2000 Mazda MPV. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2000 Mazda MPV based on all problems reported for the 2000 MPV.

1 Alternator/generator/regulator problem

Failure Date: 08/13/2008

The contact owns a 2000 Mazda Mpv. The contact stated that his rear heater was corroded and leaking coolant. The leak was noticed once the vehicle was parked. The contact ordered TSB number 07-002/05, which indicated the coolant seepage from the rear heater pipe. The failure mileage was 124,000. Updated 09/10/08. The consumer stated the vehicle also had a coolant leak. The key would not come out of the ignition. The problem was due to the alternator draining the battery. Updated 09/12/08.

2 Alternator/generator/regulator problem

Failure Date: 02/06/2004

Alternator froze, causing the belt to slip which almost resulted in a fire. Consumer pulled the car over. Later, had the vehicle towed to dealership. The burned belt could have ignited if consumer continued to drive vehicle.


Other Electrical System related problems of the 2000 Mazda MPV

Electrical System problems
8
Alternator/generator/regulator problems
2
Wiring problems
1


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