The Lemon Index2016 Mazda6. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 8,400 and 59,700 miles. Median 29,800, from 54 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical | 54,900 | 31,000–111,800 | 9 |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 7,500 | 3,200–55,400 | 8 |
| Brakes | 40,000 | 34,000–54,900 | 7 |
| Seats | 59,600 | 18,500–99,200 | 5 |
| Speed control | 40,000 | 18,200–60,500 | 5 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Transmission & drivetrain | 17% |
| Wheels | 10% |
| Electrical | 10% |
| Seats | 10% |
| Speed control | 7% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 77 | 9 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 8 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 1
17V546000 Aug 2017 Steering / Electric Power Assist System
Defect. Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016 Mazda6 vehicles. Debris from the welding process during manufacturing of the front passenger seat frame may damage the occupant classification system (OCS) wiring.
Risk. If the wiring becomes damaged, there may be a loss of power steering assist and the deactivation of the passenger air bag, increasing the risk of a crash and the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will attach a protective pad on the seat frame. If the OCS harness is damaged, insulating tape will be applied to the harness. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began October 26, 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1517H.
Manufacturer communications 670
Mazda6 filed 670 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- Check engine light and automatic transaxle warning light on with one or more
- When performing service on the electric parking brake (epb) system, be aware that some epb…
- When dealing with customer complaints of excessive condensation and/or water within the…
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mazda2 5 HB FWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
| Mazda Mazda3 5 HB FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Mazda Mazda3 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | No | No |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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