Alternator/generator/regulator problems of the 2001 Mazda MPV

Two problems related to alternator/generator/regulator have been reported for the 2001 Mazda MPV. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Mazda MPV based on all problems reported for the 2001 MPV.

1 Alternator/generator/regulator problem

Failure Date: 02/18/2005

Burring smell came from engine since last maintaince performed to resolve recall. Abs light came on, the vehicle suddenly stopped and had to be jumped to start - this happened three more times and was taken in. The alternator has been determined to be at fault, but it is only days out of warrenty and Mazda refuses to cover.

2 Alternator/generator/regulator problem

Failure Date: 01/06/2005

While driving 40 mph vehicle suddenly shut off. Vehicle was towed, and the alternator was found to be defective.


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