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Mazda 6

Data refreshed October 26, 2026

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Complaints

2,268

Active records

Recalls

32

Active records

TSBs

1,392

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

2

Injuries

102

Crashes

142

Fires

26

Top reported issues — Mazda 6

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Condition issue

1,032

Operating state

513

Safety restraint issue

334

Reporting mechanism

230

Noise

206

Thermal issue

204

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

160

Engine behavior

143

Performance issue

124

Lighting behavior

108

Braking behavior

100

Fluid issue

96

Safety restraint behavior

95

Vibration/harshness

95

Steering behavior

87

Access/entry issue

81

Electrical issue

78

Ride/handling behavior

74

Driver assistance issue

65

Infotainment behavior

63

Powering on/off behavior

63

Smell

41

Starting behavior

39

Recent change

27

HVAC behavior

15

Wiper/washer behavior

7

Communication/network issue

5

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2011 MAZDA MAZDA6

Filed Sep 20, 2026


Crossmember is rusted out and car is undriveable. There is a recall on the crossmember front subframe

2013 MAZDA MAZDA6

Filed Sep 14, 2026


The contact owns a 2013 Mazda Mazda6. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V018000 (Air Bags). The dealer confirmed the recall but was unable to perform the recall repair. The dealer informed the contact that there was no crash pad that was better. The dealer suggested that the vehicle be sold or not driven. The manufacturer was contacted and advised the contact to work with the dealer. The mileage was approximately 137,450.

2016 MAZDA MAZDA6

Filed Aug 31, 2026


The contact owns a 2016 Mazda Mazda6. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, a burning odor was noticed inside the vehicle. No warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the clutch disc kit had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 125,166.

2018 MAZDA MAZDA6

Filed Aug 29, 2026


Have had 3 seats replaced under warranty by Graco and was told to make a report with you. The rigid latch anchors on two have been faulty after 2 months. The second one got stuck in the installed base and pulling the release button did nothing. The rigid latch on the first got stuck in the open position. The second they would move independently of each other and not lock in. The third is starting to have the same issue with getting stuck in the base. These have all happened within two months of…

2018 MAZDA MAZDA6

Filed Aug 28, 2026


Fuel pump is leaking, just as all the other 2018-2020 fuel pumps but mine doesn’t qualify for the recall.

2018 MAZDA MAZDA6

Filed Aug 7, 2026


The car only has 70k miles on it. The engine started smoking under the hood. Immediately stopped to look. There was oil leaking but I could not see from where. I took it across the street to the Toyota dealership and had them look at it. They explained to me that there was a crack in the cylinder head and oil was leaking everywhere. Potentially causing a fire or even an explosion. The old was leaking all over the exhaust manifold and engine. I had my 2 toddlers in the car not long before this…

2004 MAZDA MAZDA6

Filed Aug 6, 2026


Have contacted Sport Durst Mazda in [XXX] about recall on air bags. Told me I had to drive vehicle to their shop. Told them the letter said Do Not Drive. They said they'd do the recall if I bring it to them. I live in [XXX]. I don't understand why I can not get repair done unless I drive my 2004 Mazda 6 station wagon with over 300 thousand miles on it to them. What do I need to do. This is my only vehicle since my 2017 Hyundai sonata was stolen and motor locked up with only 70 thousand miles on…

2018 MAZDA MAZDA6

Filed Jul 29, 2026


Got error message that said Forward Smart City Brake Support Malfunction slso fot smart brake malfunction while driving. The ac stopped, the car speedometer kept going from 50 to zero. The car died and couldn't open doors, windows. Lost steering while driving. We were able to get off road and restart and fine for 2 weeks. While at still light tonight, the car turned off. Windows were up, couldn't open door, emergency blinkers would not come on. This is very dangerous.

2017 MAZDA MAZDA6

Filed Jul 28, 2026


The infotainment touchscreen display in my 2017 Mazda 6 is experiencing a ghost touch defect, where the screen registers inputs without being touched. The defective touchscreen is available for inspection upon request. While driving, the system randomly changes settings, switches menus, activates functions, and changes audio or navigation screens without driver input. This creates a safety hazard because it distracts the driver and requires attention to be diverted from the road to address the…

2009 MAZDA MAZDA6

Filed Jul 16, 2026


Rear cross member broke due to corrosion breaking off lateral arm from driver side of cross member, I may add the front crossmember was repaired due to recall for extreme corrosion not too long ago, as I research this problem I uncover many owners of this vehicle having the same issue in the northeast,even with much lower mileage.mazda should be held accountable.$3,926.62 for part alone on Mazda parts.com

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Updated October 26, 2026. Refreshed nightly.