Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2001 Mazda Millenia
NHTSA data on file today
try.vin couldn't confirm NHTSA's recall list for the 2001 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 7 complaints
- Power Train 7 complaints
- Air Bags 4 complaints
- Visibility 4 complaints
- Vehicle Speed Control 3 complaints
- Steering 2 complaints
Of the 29 complaints on file, 3 report a crash; across all 29 complaints, owners report 1 injury (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $8,000–$12,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2001 Mazda Millenia has notable concerns with engine cooling and powertrain issues, as evidenced by user complaints. These prevalent problems contribute to a below-average reliability rating and potential ownership costs exceeding predictions.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| engine cooling | 70,000–100,000 miles | $500–$1,200 | very common |
| transmission | 80,000–120,000 miles | $1,500–$3,000 | common |
| airbags | 60,000–100,000 miles | $200–$600 | occasional |
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 changes
- Brake pad replacement
- Tire rotation and balance
- Coolant flush
- Transmission fluid change
- Air filter replacement
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Overheating engine
- Transmission slipping
- Airbag warning light
- Engine misfires
- Steering vibrations
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2001 Mazda Millenia at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.