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1995 Mazda MPV

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1995 MPV.

Body VAN

The 1995 Mazda MPV is a minivan that rides on a body-on-frame platform, and while its 24 total owner complaints are modest, the most frequently cited issue involves the engine and cooling system, which also contributed to a single recall that year. Within the model’s broader 1990–2006 history—where complaints peaked at 155 in 2000 and bottomed at just 2 in 1999—the 1995 MPV’s tally places it among the more dependable early years, suggesting a generally solid ownership experience for researchers examining this generation.

Model year2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1998 1995

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque66-86 ft-lbsOEM · verified

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length	176 in
Overall width	72 in
Overall height	68.1 in
Wheelbase	110.6 in
Curb weight	3519 lb
Track (front / rear)	60.2 / 60.6 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)	56/44

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the MPV of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

10.0 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 10.00 sec — 1989 LX

Year	Trim / engine	0–60	¼ mile	HP	Drivetrain
1989	LX 3.0L V6	10.00 sec	17.30 sec	150 hp	RWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine GL-5 in the differential. Torque lug nuts to 66-86 ft-lbs.

Lubricants & capacities

Differential Gear Oil	GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity	3.2 Pints

Chassis torques

Driveshaft Flange to Transmission	43.0 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts	66-86 ft-lbs

Ignition

Spark Plug Manufacturer	Denso
Spark Plug Gap	0.039-0.043 in
Spark Plug Torque	11-17 ft-lbs
Spark Plug Gap	0.052-0.055 in
Spark Plug Torque	11.0 ft-lbs

Service checks

Pressure Test	13 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief	13 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature	180 °F

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket	61-69 ft-lbs / 29-36 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle	73 ft-lbs / 43 ft-lbs
Rotor Nominal Thickness From	1.102 in / 0.709 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To	1.102 in / 0.709 in
Rotor Minimum Machining	1.055 in / 0.661 in
Rotor Discard at or Under	1.024 in / 0.63 in

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 7,500 mi.

Every 5,000 mi	Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (inspect) · Exterior Lighting (inspect) · Power Steering System (inspect)
Every 7,500 mi	Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Weatherstrip Seal (inspect)
At 15,000 mi	Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect idle speed)
Every 15,000 mi	Air Conditioning System (inspect) · Brake Power Booster Unit (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Driveshaft U-Joint (lubricate) · Engine Air Filter Element (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (leak inspection)
Every 30,000 mi	Accessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Axle Shaft Oil Seal (inspect) · Body Fasteners (torque) · Brake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Brake System (inspect) · Drive Axle Assembly (drain & refill)
At 60,000 mi	Timing Belt (inspect)
Every 60,000 mi	Ignition Timing (inspect) · PCV Valve (inspect) · Timing Belt (replace) · Transmission Assembly (drain & refill)
Every 80,000 mi	Emission Control System (inspect) · Oxygen Sensor (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 1995 model year sits near the bottom of a sustained downward trend in owner complaints, recording 24 complaints after the generation peaked at 78 in 1991-1992, while recalls hold steady at one and investigations remain at zero for a second consecutive year. Technical service bulletins rebound sharply to 28 after an anomalous dip to 8 in 1994, continuing a climb that reaches 74 by 1998 even as complaint volumes stay subdued. Relative to the early years of this generation, 1995 represents a period of reduced federal scrutiny and fewer owner-reported issues, even as TSB counts rise through the late 1990s. With zero fire complaints and only four crash-related complaints, the 1995 MPV presents a relatively quiet federal profile compared with both its higher-complaint predecessors and the substantially elevated complaint and recall activity recorded from 2000 onward. Given its position among the lowest complaint and recall years within this generation, 1995 stands out as one of the more favorable model years to buy, provided a pre-purchase inspection confirms that applicable TSB items have been addressed.

Open recalls

NHTSA campaigns

Service bulletins

Manufacturer communications

ODI investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

Owner complaints

4 involved a crash · 0 a fire

NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars

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Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

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Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 24 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Engine & Engine Cooling6

Service Brakes, Hydraulic4

Air Bags3

Power Train3

Electrical System2

Exterior Lighting2

Suspension1

Tires1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

15V674000Electrical System:Ignition:SwitchReported 19/10/2015

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… 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…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 28 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

Bulletin	Date	Component	Summary
09-009-19-3566	2019-01-14	Electrical System	In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing…
09-034-18-3430a	2018-10-10	Vehicle Speed Control	In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing…
09-034-18-3430	2018-08-31	Vehicle Speed Control	In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing…
09-035-17-3080	2017-08-07	Electrical System	In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing…
0900716	2016-02-17	Electrical System	Speedometer replacement procedure

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420

Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1

P0300

Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected

P0171

System too lean — Bank 1

P0455

Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak

P0128

Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature

P0442

Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

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Build data

Plant, GVWR class, engine and body data for any 17-character VIN.

Recalls

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Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

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Frequently asked

Does the 1995 MPV have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.