Does the 1989 Mazda MPV have any recalls?

5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: electrical system, seat belts, service brakes, hydraulic. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 1989 Mazda MPV recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Mazda dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 1989 Mazda MPV?

22 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

1989 Mazda MPV recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1989 Mazda MPV. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Mazda been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. Recall repairs are free.

1989 Mazda MPV recalls, newest first

October 19, 2015NHTSA 15V6740001,368,500 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › Ignition › Switch

Summary: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 1989-1998 MPV, 1990-1995 323, 1990-1998 Protege, 1992-1993 MX-3, 1993-1995 929, 1993-1997 MX-6, and 1993-1998 626 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, grease applied to the contact points inside the ignition switch may become conductive and overheat.
Consequence: If the ignition switch overheats there would be an increased risk of a fire.
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. The recall began on December 17, 2015. Owners may contact Mazda Customer Experience Center at 1-800-222-5500, option#6. Mazda's number for this recall is 8715J.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

May 24, 1995NHTSA 95V103005360,433 vehicles potentially affected

Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly

Summary: The front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. These red plastic release buttons are marked "press." if a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to operate improperly.
Consequence: The safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Owners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front safety belt buckles and carefully inspect the red release button for any breaks or cracks. They should ensure that both buckles are operating properly by inserting each latch plate into its buckle, tugging on the belt to make sure the latch is securely locked, and then pressing the release button. The latch plate should pop out of the buckle when the button is pressed. If either release button shows a sign of breaking or cracking or if either buckle fails to operate properly, owners should promptly contact their authorized dealer to schedule an appointment to have the buckle replaced or repaired, free of charge. The manufacturer is developing a remedy designed to prevent failure of the buttons that are not currently broken.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

September 11, 1991NHTSA 91V16100029,824 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Drum

Summary: When applying the foot (service) brake in the low vehicle speed condition, the braking power produced may be more than expected.
Consequence: The unexpected braking power could result in rear brakelockup and the vehicle becoming difficult to control.
Remedy: Replace brake shoe assembly with improved assembly.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

January 22, 1991NHTSA 91V0130006,680 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, hydraulic › Power assist › Vacuum › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Summary: When the vehicle is exposed to temperatures below 5 degrees fahrenheit (-15 degrees c), the neutral detergent used as an assembly lubricant may stick to the check valve, preventing valve from functioning.
Consequence: This could cause an inoperative brake power assist whichdescreases braking ability, and presents a potential for an accident.
Remedy: Replace vacuum hose assembly.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

November 7, 1989NHTSA 89V19400010,587 vehicles potentially affected

Seat belts › Front › Anchorage

Summary: The center safety belt attachment hardware brackets for the third seat may not withstand the specified tensile load.
Consequence: Vans would not comply with FMVSS 210
Remedy: Replace safety belt assemblies with brackets.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 22 complaints about the 1989 Mazda MPV with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported: 4
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 3
Deaths reported: 0

Most complained-about components

Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly5
Service brakes5
Engine and engine cooling › Engine4
Fuel system4
Seat belts › Front › Anchorage2

Other Mazda MPV years

Other 1989 Mazda models

Questions

Does the 1989 Mazda MPV have any recalls?: 5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: electrical system, seat belts, service brakes, hydraulic. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1989 Mazda MPV recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Mazda dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1989 Mazda MPV?: 22 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.