2001 Mazda Millenia Reviews

Not long after buying it, the check engine light came on, and Auto Zone could not tell me what the code meant.

Mazda emblem fell off the back end of the car.

Brakes replaced in the front, and currently needs the back brakes done.

Alternator belt (pretty much the major belt for everything) has been replaced twice, and still squeals when starting the car up and at different times (different conditions).

Replaced the thermostat in the engine not long after buying the car used.

Replaced water pump, timing belt, axle - pretty much everything on right side of engine it felt like about 5 months ago - had a LOT of trouble getting the right seal from the Mazda dealership for the axle, and still worried it's not the right one, 'cause now we have a transmission leak that is like a faucet that has been turned on!

Very comfortable, and loved all the bells and whistles on it, but been a very big headache. When it doesn't have problems, it's a great looking car, and love to drive it, but the problems have all been costly repairs lately, and am currently concerned the transmission will have to be totally replaced.

I currently have approximately 137,000 km's on the vehicle, and my engine light has come on for the first time. From my past experience with owning Japanese vehicles, it has been an oxygen sensor. The car does not lag or knock; has anyone else had the same issue?

The car has never had a single problem with it, and I've never had to take it to the dealership for anything. I've used nothing but 91 grade fuel or higher since I've owned it, and the previous owners did the same.

I just bought a 2001 Millenia S with... believe it or not... 52,000 miles on it... looks brand new and drives brand new. This is my 3rd Millenia.

For those of you who are experiencing the "shaking of the engine"... while going up hill or whatever... it's probably due to motor mounts... had to have these replaced on both mine. It will feel like the transmission is slipping. Some shops will try and charge you top dollar for this, but search around. If they will take the time to look at after market mounts, they will save you tons. If they go directly to Mazda, it won't be pretty.

I agree with most of the reviews and problems stated here, but my experience has been the motor mounts and the main seal gaskets. Watch for those... they will go.

The driver side safety belt does not retract back into its normal position.

This car behaves pretty well at the age that it is.

Bought the car in 2004 with 46,000 miles on it for $18,000. In 2006 replaced the transmission. Cost me about $1,500. Then in 2007 replaced the transmission again for about the same price.

Now car is drive-able, but leaks oil, has a knock in the motor once at 2500 rpm. Had to replace the mechanism that lets you shift in gear. The power tilt don't work. Passenger side upper control arm bushing is bad.

Besides all the defects on the car, it handles great when it was running perfect. Got the car lowered on Eibach Pro-Kit springs, 18 inch rims, custom painted valve cover, custom oil cap, custom ground wires, and a custom intake. One of the best looking Millenia around Wisconsin.

I purchased this 2001 Mazda Millena S in 2006 with 96,000 miles for $7800.

For the first few weeks it was great but after that the check engine light came back on. The dealer said to make sure the gas tank was closed properly LOL. So far this is all the problems that have occured/are occurring.

Smell of gas on rear of drivers side. TCS off blinks and causes car to lose acceleration at 40-45mph. Have to pull over, turn car off, then back on to reset.

AC unit smells at times like old coolant, had to replace passenger side ball joint, hold light on.

Had to replace transmission, as it wouldn't go past 1st and 2nd. $3500 for a rebuilt engine.

All 4 tires leak air; have to put air at least every 2 weeks.

Air bag light blinks from time to time.

Check engine light has been blinking for the last year; sometimes it's solid, but most of the times its blinking.

When I first purchased it, it drove great, acceleration was great. I guess I learned my lesson. I still have it but want a new car. grrr.

This car has a great luxurious look, but doesn't drive well and has lots of problems.