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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN JM3LW28Y010199206 · Checked Aug 3, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 3

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JM3LW28Y010•••••• 2001 Mazda MPV

That is about average for the 2001 Mazda MPV — 2 complaints per build across 26 builds.

3on this build
53on the model
26builds in total
1involved a fire
1injuries
Most reported Engine And Engine Cooling 1 Air Bags 1

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Air Bags fire May 2009
The contact owns a 2001 mazda mpv. While the contact was sitting in the vehicle, the passenger side air bag deployed without an impact or crash occurring. She thought her back was on fire and rolled around in the grass. The contact was taken to the emergency room for first…
Engine And Engine Cooling May 2008
2001 mazda mpv with check engine light on. Consumer states that the mechanic stated that the coolant was leaking, oil filter and oil were changed. *kb the dealership informed the consumer there was a crack in the engine block and the only fix was a new engine. The consumer…
Unknown Or Other Oct 2002
The front cup holders will fail to hold a drink when the vehicle makes tight turns. The cup holder uses an adjustable lever to hold the cup in place. This lever offers insufficient resistance to hold the cup securely. This failure can lead to drinks falling on the floor which…

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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN JM3LW28Y010199206 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.
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