list the MSP problems!!

[eddy]

ok..so ive heard people here are having a few problems with their msp ...i just wanted to get a list from everyone about what problems the msp may have with it(a description of the problem too would help), how to get it fixed or prevent it so that everyone here can be aware of it and avoid those problems or fix them..i want to have the msp trouble free for everyone!

i'll put together a list from all the replies on this post

thanks a lot guys!!

[Newf]

ok

1. it takes too long to get one
2. Mazda doesn't care about how long the customer's wait to get one.
3. CLUNK CLUNK CLUNK...that never gets fixed

[delorian]

I've had problems with the ignition in my msp. Every once and a while, it wont start at all. It seems to work when I switch out spark plugs/ignition wires, but that could totally be random, I have no clue what is causing it. I have also had problems with my msp hesitating when I drop gears and floor it, or sometimes even when I just floor it without dropping gears.

[boostisgood]

Leaking coolant line right above the turbo. CLUNK from rear suspension. feeling of no power getting to the wheels in 3nd gear, around 4k rpms and higher. More to be added soon, it goes to the dealer next week.

[blindfury37]

2000 miles now and other than the occasional clunk in cold weather the only problem i have is getting the damn dealer sticker off my back bumper!

[ForceFed]

Did anyone mention BLOWN MOTORS?(scratch)
(hmm) I think not!:cool:

[yashooa]

How bout being too Black and too Beautiful.
Mine has been problem free so far after 4000 plus miles.
I drive it 400+ miles a week and average more than 31 MPG.
Yeah I granny drive it while I going to and from work.
With the exception of a little road rage incident at 110mph the other morning. Some assholes are just to fucking rude to live!

But anywho no probs for me.

[fhexed]

Mechanically; no. But my subwoofer messed up. It just died on me one day. I took it to the dealer and they ordered my one right away.

[Notorious]

Just subwoofer.

[t3ase]

Subwoofer here, too.
Squeaky metal chassis around radio.
A paint "stretch" mark on the corner of the rear bumper where the paint looks like it didn't flez like it's supposesd to and is showing the black bumper underneath it.
Other than that, 2000 miles and going strong mechanically.

[No.5]

(1)Clunk, Clunk (as newF mentioned); (2)fragile windshields - mine stress cracked within the first week and half; (3)Stalling.

Do a keyword search, you'll find all related posts.

[perfworks]

Originally posted by delorian
I've had problems with the ignition in my msp. Every once and a while, it wont start at all. It seems to work when I switch out spark plugs/ignition wires, but that could totally be random, I have no clue what is causing it. I have also had problems with my msp hesitating when I drop gears and floor it, or sometimes even when I just floor it without dropping gears.
two things: you are either fouling the plugs because you are running pig rich or a problem with one of the coils.

[Ryan]

no problems ;) im glad my car isn't one of the first few hundred made hopefully by the time they got to 1518 they had all the kinks worked out ;)

[03Speed]

1. Radio has broke on me 4 times already!!!!
2. Subwoofer blown out
3. Coolant leak
And one nice letter to mazda telling them to shove this car up their ass.

[Limited Edition]

The hesitation whenever you backoff the throttle while acclerating on highway speeds. It's very notiable in 5th gear whenever you over take someone and back off the throttle.

Between, 4K - 5k, the car doesn't feel like it's pulling as hard compared to 3K - 4Krpm. But after 5K it's all about HP and not torque.

Notchy shift from 1st--2nd gear. All other gears are fine.
When downshifting gears, you'll need to match revs or else you'll feel the clutch slip.

Clunk Clunk Clunk....only in cold weather. Hardly hear it when it's warm.

It takes some time to find a good driving postion.

Other then that, great performace, great handling, great stereo, gets a lot of attention :D

[I-Am-Chris]

1. Leaky BOV
2. Shit Tuning (runs VERY VERY rich!)
3. Car would just die on the occasion when i first picked it up.
9200 miles.

[I-Am-Chris]

Originally posted by delorian
I've had problems with the ignition in my msp. Every once and a while, it wont start at all. It seems to work when I switch out spark plugs/ignition wires, but that could totally be random, I have no clue what is causing it. I have also had problems with my msp hesitating when I drop gears and floor it, or sometimes even when I just floor it without dropping gears.

Go get your alarm checked out

[MazdaDryvr]

-Stress crack on windshield (replaced)
-Door panels on both front doors had crease marks (replaced)
-Pulls to the left, most noticable on the highway (had it aligned, still pulls)

[krillin]

1) alarm module malfunction which caused car to intermitently trigger while driving.
2) my alignment was a little off which pulled the car slightly to the left.
3) had some sort of oil leak from turbo to return pan or something. there are 2 bolts. apparently one of the 2 bolts was not there and the 2nd bolt was loose. gave a burn smell after driving.

cosmetic probs:

1) stress mark/crease on passenger side compartment which showed as a faint white line.
2) was a hazy streak behind rearview mirror glass which couldn't be wiped because it was behind the glass.
3) there seems to be a very small scratch on my rear window at the top right corner. i'm not sure if it was already there or happened when i got my windows tinted.
4) have a tiny scuff on my mazda emblem on my steering wheel which can't be rubbed out.

dealership problems:

1) went to pick up my car yesterday but the sales reps were too busy reading books and doing crossword puzzles. they were too lazy to pull up my history report or help me with my car rental return. "don't know how, sorry"


*** all problems were fixed though, except the emblem on the steering wheel and the scratch on the rear window. i applied some protectant on the interior and it seemed to cover the white crease. ***

[chwood]

I got mine 4.26 & have about 1150 on it by now.

I've got the rough shift from 1-2 under hard acceleration and if I'm on the gas hard through 3rd sometimes it feels like I'm feathering it slightly/the acceleration isn't smooth but has a faint undulation to it. Weird. This didn't really sound to me like the hesitation that others are mentioning. I have that too but only slightly and not very often.

[TURBO3WAGON]

2050 miles later, and no mechanical problems so far. I do get antenna interference when I use the rear defogger. I have a clunk free SPEED.


HP

[SOSPEED]

BUT WAIT...... NO ONE HAS SAID ANYTHING ABOUT THE DAMM ALTERNATOR!!!! IT IS WAY UNDER POWERED. TRY DRIVING YOU MSP AT NIGHT AND YOU GOT THE RADIO ON DONT YOUR LIGHTS DIM AND SOME TIME A LACK OF POWER. WHEN EVER THE FAN COMES ON IT DRAW SO MUCH POWER YOUR LIGHTS DIM AND A WHOLE SYSTEM POWER DRAIN!!!!!! :mad: :wtf:

[chwood]

Originally posted by SOSPEED
BUT WAIT...... NO ONE HAS SAID ANYTHING ABOUT THE DAMM ALTERNATOR!!!! IT IS WAY UNDER POWERED. TRY DRIVING YOU MSP AT NIGHT AND YOU GOT THE RADIO ON DONT YOUR LIGHTS DIM AND SOME TIME A LACK OF POWER. WHEN EVER THE FAN COMES ON IT DRAW SO MUCH POWER YOUR LIGHTS DIM AND A WHOLE SYSTEM POWER DRAIN!!!!!!

I didn't mention it b/c mine doesn't do it, despite the excitable volume of your post.

[Grimace]

I thought I had a problem with the A/C light, but it turns out I'm just an idiot.

When 2 people are in the back seat my exhaust rattles, but when there isn't anyone else in the car or just 1 passenger up front, no rattle... hmmm...

It cranks a little longer than you'd expect before firing up, but I've read thats a common Protege thing.

The rear view mirror vibrates when the bass hits hard. :D

Thats all!

[PHRiSCo]

I blew the weld between my downpipe and first catalytic converter. I took both convertoers out and replaced them with a straight pipe. :)

[Heathen23]

Clunk
Defective head unit
Pulls left
possible coolant leak

[Caffeine]

1. Titanium was supposed to be out mid april.
2. Its now May 5th.
3. I dont have my car but have had a deposit down for 2 months.
4. Wtf mazda

[sleeper_]

only 2 months and you're saying wtf? LOL
how about the 2003 msp owners that were told expected oct 2002? and got theirs march/april 2003? LOL

[Dexter]

Originally posted by Caffeine
1. Titanium was supposed to be out mid april.
2. Its now May 5th.
3. I dont have my car but have had a deposit down for 2 months.
4. Wtf mazda

oh please, STFU!! :mad:

i had my deposit for at LEAST 6 months. more like 7.

[delorian]

Originally posted by I-Am-Chris


Go get your alarm checked out

Why would my alarm affect my ignition so randomly?

[bcbadboy]

My damn car is running like a beast. This shit is just to fast. Every time I step on the gas, the shit takes off on me. I am going crazy beating cars that try me. Does anyone else have this problem?

[oliver2000]

Hesistation...seems to get worse everyday...especially at 3K rpms...give it half a peddle of gas and she stumbles/hestiates along and then wham.

Rusted lug nuts for sitting in the port for too long

No clunk yet...it is warm and only 1500 KM's

Scoring on the front discs

Pulls a bit left but that could be road curve as the tires are fat and the road is not flat.


My baby is going in on the weekend for new discs, lug nuts and to look at the hestiation.

Otherwise great car....love driving it and for those complaining about the wait on the 2003.5...I waited a year to get my baby so do not complain....it will be fall by the time the 03.5 arrive at dealers in Canada...that is my best guess.

[Heathen23]

My damn car is running like a beast. This shit is just to fast. Every time I step on the gas, the shit takes off on me. I am going crazy beating cars that try me. Does anyone else have this problem?

that's definitely one of the problems I can handle! the other problem is all the compliments I get from other enthusiasts....mine is black so only enthusiasts seem to know what time it is (2thumbs)

[bcbadboy]

Originally posted by Heathen23


that's definitely one of the problems I can handle! the other problem is all the compliments I get from other enthusiasts....mine is black so only enthusiasts seem to know what time it is (2thumbs)


Geezzz!!!!!!!!!!

That's another problem I have.
To many compliments about the Orange. I might need to bring her in to see what is wrong with her color.

[z00mer]

My brushed aluminum covers (shotgun arm rest on door,center stick console) are seperating and coming off.

[AGR]

Finally got that coolent leak, I have been longing for.

[yashooa]

Splain your coolant leak AGR.
Where is it and how did you notice it?

[AGR]

Originally posted by yashooa
Splain your coolant leak AGR.
Where is it and how did you notice it?

Well; hello Bones! It's green and slimey - oozing out of the T connection - lower part (to the left of the BOV) Under the top hose connection that leads to the radiator. Only thing uglier, is the infamous Magic Turd (pukey).

It appears to have sealed itself up. But the leak is obvious. MemphisRacer noticed a bit on his, too.

[yashooa]

I'll check mine out. Perhaps she is a leaky to. No?

[MemphisRacer]

1. coolant leak, i noticed it on mine after i noticed it on AGR's
2. ecu went out 2nd week i had it, detonating its nuts off on the interstate, switched ecu out, no further problems of that nature.
3. clunk when cold, not too loud though
4. hesitation around 4grand and same loss of pull in third gear

[AGR]

Originally posted by MemphisRacer
1. coolant leak, i noticed it on mine after i noticed it on AGR's
2. ecu went out 2nd week i had it, detonating its nuts off on the interstate, switched ecu out, no further problems of that nature.
3. clunk when cold, not too loud though
4. hesitation around 4grand and same loss of pull in third gear

Corey: Want to install my MBC this Saturday? I will buy the beer!

[Street KingFD]

Not enough boost! :mad:

[MemphisRacer]

Greg, I'd love to but im going to be in atlanta this weekend and im leaving friday night after work. If you can wait till next weekend, i would be more than happy to help a brotha out

[Apexi]

im trying to think of what causes this clunk everyone is talkin about..i dont own a msp so i cant look for myself..im sure someones chked this already..but the exhaust isnt hittin the sway bar right? just a thought, tryin to help.. :p

[AGR]

Originally posted by MemphisRacer
Greg, I'd love to but im going to be in atlanta this weekend and im leaving friday night after work. If you can wait till next weekend, i would be more than happy to help a brotha out

Ah yes! I remember that now. I'm old, and my memory goes now and again! Next weekend is great. (thumb)

[TURBO3WAGON]

2150 Another 100 problem free miles. :D :D

[funnylittlman]

Originally posted by Apexi
im trying to think of what causes this clunk everyone is talkin about..i dont own a msp so i cant look for myself..im sure someones chked this already..but the exhaust isnt hittin the sway bar right? just a thought, tryin to help.. :p

I tried jiggling the exhaust around on mine (nope it doesn't bang)

[Sazabi]

I haven't had any problems with my MSP, but the one thing you need to look out for...

Dumb jealous fuckers who are envious you have an MSP so they thinks it's cool to jack all your rear emblems. Fuck the city of Palmdale, the mall it happened at that they're so fucking proud of, the people who did it. I hope they're happy that I have to eat $500 (scratched the shit out of the trunk+cost of emblems) to get the emblems replaced and the paint job.

When you get your car, don't come to Palmdale, CA. that city is dirt. Just get a better alarm. Just because Los Angeles County Raceway is there doesn't mean that city is the shit, it's just plain shit.