Mazda MPV owners have reported 9 steering related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common steering problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering (5 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering tie rod assembly (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Steering problems | |
| Steering Tie Rod Assembly problems | |
| Steering Rack And Pinion problems | |
| Steering Column problems |
I was going 55 mph, suddenly the steering wheeled pulled to the right. I immediately pulled it back to the left. Once again, the wheel pulled hard to the right. I tried to pull it back to the left but couldn't. It felt like a 500 pound gorilla was sitting next to me tugging the wheel. Read details...
The contact owns a 2003 Mazda Mpv. The contact stated that while driving 20 mph, she heard a loud popping noise. The contact stopped the vehicle and noticed that the front driver's side tie rod was fractured. The wheel was also pointed outward. Read details...
On four occassions my steering when going from a complete stop to changing lanes to the right lane and then correcting back to the left, got stiff and would not turn. Subsequestly this last time I ended up on the shoulder of a busy freeway during rush hour. Read details...
The contact owns a 1998 Mazda Mpv wagon. When attempting to start the vehicle, the contact heard a loud noise. The vehicle was towed to a local repair shop and the mechanic stated that they could not duplicate the failure or provide a remedy. Read details...