1991 Mazda Navajo 4WD SUV
All photo credits
- Photo: 1991-1994 Mazda Navajo LX 01 Front by Interesting.cars.insta, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Mazda Navajo 2 by TKOIII, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Mazda Navajo by TKOIII, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Mazda-Navajo by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1991-1994 Mazda Navajo LX 02 Rear by Interesting.cars.insta, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1991 Mazda Navajo 4WD SUV is a 155-hp 4.0-liter V6 with a 5-speed manual and four-wheel drive. It starts at $18,015 MSRP and is rated at 16 mpg combined.
It makes 155 horsepower at 4,200 rpm and 220 lb-ft of torque at 2400 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 19 mpg highway (16 mpg combined).
The Navajo measures 175.3 inches long on a 102.1-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,851 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $18,015 ($42,987 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 4.0L OHV 12-valve V6 |
| Displacement | 4 L |
| Horsepower | 155 hp @ 4,200 rpm |
| Torque | 220 lb-ft @ 2400 rpm |
| Valvetrain | OHV, 2 valves per cylinder |
| Injection Type | Electronic fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | 4WD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 15 MPG |
| Highway | 19 MPG |
| Combined | 16 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular |
| Tank Capacity | 19 gal |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 175.3 in |
| Width | 70.2 in |
| Height | 68.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 102.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,851 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.9 in |
| Headroom Rear | 39.1 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.4 in |
| Legroom Rear | 36.6 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1991 Mazda Navajo 4WD SUV with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
6 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1991 Mazda NAVAJO. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Aug 21, 2000 · TIRES:TREAD/BELT
TIRE DESCRIPTION: FIRESTONE WILDERNESS AT, SIZE P235/75R15, PRODUCED AT THE DECATUR, ILLINOIS TIRE PLANT AND ALL FIRESTONE RADIAL ATX AND RADIAL ATX II TIRES, SIZE P235/75R15. OPERATION OF THESE TIRES AT LOW INFLATION PRESSURES, HIGH SPEED, AND IN HOT WEATHER, CAN CONTRIBUTE TO SEPARATION OF THE TIRE TREAD.
Consequence: IF THE TREAD SEPARATES FROM THE TIRE, THE DRIVER CAN LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH CAUSING INJURY OR DEATH.
Remedy: THE REPLACEMENT/REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM FOR THIS CAMPAIGN EXPIRED ON AUGUST 29, 2001. HOWEVER, CUSTOMERS SHOULD CONTACT FIRESTONE CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-465-1904 FOR POSSIBLE ASSISTANCE.
NHTSA campaign 00T005000
Feb 25, 1998 · STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MULTI-PURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FACTORY INSTALLED SUNROOF. THE SUNROOF GLASS PANEL ASSEMBLY CAN SEPARATE WHILE THE VEHICLE IS MOVING DUE TO INCORRECT HINGE ENGAGEMENT. THIS WAS CAUSED BY IMPROPER SUNROOF INSTALLATION OF THE GLASS PANEL.
Consequence: UNEXPECTED SEPARATION OF THE SUNROOF GLASS PANEL COULD POSSIBLY DISTRACT THE DRIVER INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH OR LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL.
Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH AN INSTRUCTION BOOKLET WHICH THOROUGHLY OUTLINES, WITH ILLUSTRATIONS, THE PROPER PROCEDURES FOR THE REMOVAL, STORAGE, AND REINSTALLATION OF THE SUNROOF'S GLASS PANEL. A WARNING LABEL FOR ATTACHMENT TO THE SUNROOF'S LATCH KNOB WILL ALSO BE PROVIDED TO THE OWNERS.
NHTSA campaign 97V235002
Feb 28, 1996 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:HYDRAULIC
THE STUDS WHICH ATTACH THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER TO THE POWER BRAKE VACUUM BOOSTER ASSEMBLY CAN DEVELOP STRESS CORROSION CRACKING AFTER BEING OPERATED FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME IN THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA LOCATION.
Consequence: IF A CRACK OCCURS, IT COULD RESULT IN ONE OR BOTH STUDS FRACTURING. THE MASTER CYLINDER COULD THEN SEPARATE FROM THE VACUUM BOOSTER, WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED, PREVENTING THE SERVICE BRAKES FROM FULLY ACTIVATING INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE POWER BRAKE VACUUM BOOSTER ASSEMBLY.
NHTSA campaign 96V024002
Nov 4, 1991 · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
WHEN THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER IS PLACED IN THE PARK POSITION, THE PARK PAWL DOES NOT ALWAYS ABUT OR ENGAGE THE PARK GEAR.
Consequence: DRIVER MAY BELIEVE THE VEHICLE IS SAFELY ENGAGED IN PARKWHEN THE GEAR IS NOT TRULY ENGAGED. THIS CAN LEAD TO THE VEHICLE JUMPING OUT OFGEAR UNINTENTIONALLY, VEHICLE ROLLAWAY WHEN PARKED ON A SLOPED SURFACE, ANDINADVERTENT MOTION WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STARTED. ALL OF THESE CONDITIONS CANRESULT IN A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Remedy: REPAIR THE TRANSMISSION WITH A NEW PARK PAWL.
NHTSA campaign 91V189001
Feb 13, 1991 · STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS
REAR BUMPER MAY BE SUSCEPTIBLE TO FATIGUE CRACKING UNDER EXTENDED TRAILER TOW SERVICE WHEN USING A BUMPER MOUNTED TRAILER HITCH.
Consequence: BUMPER COULD SEPARATE FROM VEHICLE WHEN USING A BUMPERMOUNTED TRAILER HITCH BALL.
Remedy: INSTALL TWO ADDITIONAL BRACKETS, ONE ADDITIONAL BAR AND ASSOCIATED FASTENERS TO PREVENT BUMPER SEPARATION.
NHTSA campaign 91V028000
Jan 5, 1991 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
FRONT HEAT SHIELD EXTENSION MAY CONTACT THE UPPER FRONT CORNER OF PLASTIC FUEL TANK DAMAGING OR PUNCTURING THE FUEL TANK.
Consequence: SUCH FUEL TANK DAMAGE COULD ALLOW VAPOR AND OR FUEL TOESCAPE; THIS COULD RESULT IN A FIRE IF A SOURCE OF IGNITION IS PRESENT.
Remedy: RELOCATE HEAT SHIELD; REPLACE FUEL TANK IF DAMAGED OR PUNCTURED.
NHTSA campaign 91V020000
40 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1991 Mazda NAVAJO
Owner Complaints
40 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1991 Mazda NAVAJO (5 mention a crash, 3 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Tires | 8 |
| Hydraulic | 6 |
| Power Train | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 6 |
| Electrical System | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1991 MAZDA NAVAJO. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.