Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 1998 Mazda Millenia
NHTSA data on file today
try.vin couldn't confirm NHTSA's recall list for the 1998 Mazda Millenia, so this page doesn't state a recall count — check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for current campaigns. 29 owner complaints are on file.
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Engine and Engine Cooling 5 complaints
- Power Train 5 complaints
- Fuel System, Gasoline 4 complaints
- Vehicle Speed Control 4 complaints
- Air Bags 2 complaints
- Electrical System 2 complaints
Of the 29 complaints on file, 3 report a crash; across all 29 complaints, owners report 2 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $6,500–$12,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 1998 Mazda Millenia has multiple complaints involving the power train, engine, and fuel system, indicating reliability concerns. Limited complaints on other components suggest specific problem areas rather than widespread issues.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| power train | 90,000–120,000 miles | $800–$1,800 | very common |
| engine cooling system | 80,000–110,000 miles | $600–$1,500 | common |
| fuel system | 75,000–105,000 miles | $300–$900 | common |
| vehicle speed control | 85,000–115,000 miles | $400–$1,200 | occasional |
| air bags | 100,000–130,000 miles | $500–$1,000 | rare |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter change every 5,000 miles
- Brake pads and rotors every 30,000 miles
- Transmission fluid change every 40,000 miles
- Coolant flush every 50,000 miles
- Timing belt replacement every 60,000 miles
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Unusual noises from transmission
- Engine overheating
- Fuel smell or leaks
- Erratic speed control behavior
- Air bag warning light on
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 1998 Mazda Millenia at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.