1994 Mazda Navajo LX 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 1994 Mazda Navajo LX 4WD SUV is a 160-hp 4.0-liter V6 with a 5-speed manual and four-wheel drive. It starts at $21,275 MSRP and is rated at 16 mpg combined.
It makes 160 horsepower at 4,500 rpm and 220 lb-ft of torque at 2500 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 14 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 3,785 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $21,275 ($46,656 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 4.0L OHV 12-valve V6 |
| Displacement | 4 L |
| Horsepower | 160 hp @ 4,500 rpm |
| Torque | 220 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm |
| Valvetrain | OHV, 2 valves per cylinder |
| Injection Type | Electronic fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | 4WD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 14 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 | 3,785 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 1994 Mazda Navajo LX 4WD SUV with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Recalls
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1994 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
Nov 24, 1999 · STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE HYDRAULIC LIFT CYLINDER BRACKET WELDS COULD FRACTURE.
Consequence: WITH A BROKEN BRACKET WELD, THERE IS A POTENTIAL FOR THE LIFTGATE BRACKET TO GRADUALLY BEND INWARD ALLOWING THE LIFT CYLINDER BALL STUD TO DISENGAGE, UNEXPECTEDLY ALLOWING THE LIFTGATE TO FALL FROM AN OPEN POSITION.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL LIFTGATE REINFORCEMENT BRACKETS. DEPENDING UPON THE CONDITION OF THE LIFTGATE SHEET METAL IN THE AREA OF THE BRACKET, DEALERS MAY ALSO INSTALL A LARGER REINFORCEMENT.
NHTSA campaign 99V310002
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
Oct 31, 1994 · PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL
THE PARKING BRAKE CONTROL SELF-ADJUST PAWL DOES NOT LINE UP PROPERLY WITH THE SELF-ADJUST RACHET CAUSING THE PAWL TO SLIP OVER ONE OR MORE TEETH IN THE RACHET.
Consequence: WHEN THE ABOVE OCCURS, IT CAN RESULT IN PARKING BRAKE SYSTEM INEFFECTIVENESS. THE PARKING BRAKE WILL NOT HOLD THE VEHICLE, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO ROLL FREELY, IF THE TRANSMISSION IS NOT LEFT IN GEAR.
Remedy: A WEDGE WILL BE INSTALLED WHICH WILL SERVE TO LOCK THE PARKING BRAKE SELF-ADJUST MECHANISM PAWL INTO ENGAGEMENT WITH THE RACHET. ALSO, OWNERS WILL BE ADVISED TO RELEASE AND REAPPLY THE PARKING BRAKE WHENEVER TOOTH SKIP OCCURS AND WILL BE REMINDED TO ALWAYS TURN OFF THE ENGINE AND LEAVE THE VEHICLE IN GEAR WHEN THE VEHICLE IS PARKED.
NHTSA campaign 94V169002
52 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1994 Mazda NAVAJO
Owner Complaints
52 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1994 Mazda NAVAJO (2 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Hydraulic | 8 |
| Service Brakes | 8 |
| Power Train | 7 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 |
| Suspension | 4 |
| Tires | 4 |
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 1994 MAZDA NAVAJO. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.