Engine
2.0L 4-cyl
How to read this file. Complaint records are unverified owner submissions to the federal safety agency. Counts are raw, not adjusted for sales volume or vehicle age. Recall campaigns apply to the model; only a VIN check shows whether this car is affected or repaired. Parts shown are named by an editorial note or listed as a search directory; none is a diagnosis. Full methodology.
Fault profile
Complaint-component records on this vehicle, grouped by family. A complaint naming two systems counts once in each.
Complaints are owner-reported and not verified by the agency.
When it fails
The timing of this vehicle's reported failures, from the complaint file itself. A cluster tells you what to expect and when; it is shaped by reporting behavior as well as by the vehicle.
Vehicle age when the failure occurred
Years between the model year and the owner's reported failure date. Based on 102 of 122 complaints with a usable failure date.
Known issues
The component families with the most complaint records against this vehicle. Counts, crash and fire figures belong to the whole family, not to any single named issue. Parts listed are related system parts, not a diagnosis.
Power train
46 complaint records1 crash report
"MAZDA 626 LX SLIPING GEARS, JURKING, LEAKING TRANSMISSION,TRANSMISSION FAILER HAD TRANSMISSION REBUILT STILL NO GOOD. *NM..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse power train parts in the directory →
Brakes
27 complaint records1 fire report3 crash reports
"DISC HANDBRAKE FAILED TO RELEASE, DESTROYING PADS/CALIPERS; VEHICLE SPUN AS RIGHT REAR WHEEL LOCKED, VEHICLE FIRE ERUPTED. *AK..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse brakes parts in the directory →
Electrical system
20 complaint records3 fire reports
"VEHICLE STALLS OUT WHEN STOPPING AT STOP LIGHT AND SIGN, NOW IT STALLS AT ANY SPEED, DEALER CAN NOT LOCATE THE PROBLEM. TT..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse electrical system parts in the directory →
Federal defect investigations
Formal investigations opened by the federal safety agency into this vehicle. An investigation is the step between a complaint pattern and a recall; not every one results in one.
| Investigation | Status | Component | Subject |
|---|---|---|---|
| RQ99022 opened Dec 1999 | closed Aug 2000 | Exterior Lighting | HEADLIGHT FAILURE OBTAINED RECALL 99V-358 |
Recall campaigns
Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN. Each campaign number links to the federal record.
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15V674000 | Electrical System | Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 1989-1998 MPV, 1990-1995 323, 1990-1998 Protege, 1992-1993 MX-3, 1993-1995 929, 1993-1997 MX-6, and 1993-1998 626 vehicles. | Normally free |
Transport Canada recalls
Recalls issued under Canadian law for this model year, from Transport Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database. Matched by model name, so a Canadian-market variant may appear here that was sold under another name in the US. Units are Canadian vehicles affected.
| Recall | System | Units (CA) | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015489 2015-10-19 | Electrical | 232,227 | On certain vehicles, a defect in the ignition switch could cause an electrical short to develop over time. This could result in smoke and/or fire, increasing the risk of injury and/or damage to property. |
Service bulletins and warranty extensions
Manufacturer communications to dealers on file with the federal agency: repair instructions, service campaigns, and warranty extensions. A warranty extension means the manufacturer may pay for a repair the recall table does not cover.
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| MT-002-22 Feb 2022 | Electrical System | Radio Unlocking Codes. | |
| 00-003-19-3583 Mar 2019 | Fuel System | In support of the new MRT distribution, Mazda will ship to dealers a new Dual Purpose Diagnostic Leak Detector beginning March, 2019. Training videos will be posted to MGSS shortly and Workshop Manual procedures will be revised gradually. | |
| 09-009-19-3566 Jan 2019 | Electrical System | In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. | |
| 09-034-18-3430a Oct 2018 | Equipment | In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. | |
| 09-034-18-3430 Aug 2018 | Vehicle Speed Control | In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. |
Show 40 more bulletins
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09-035-17-3080 Aug 2017 | Equipment | In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. | |
| 0900716 Feb 2016 | Electrical System | Speedometer replacement procedure | |
| 09-034-14-2956 Aug 2014 | Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | IN ACCORDANCE WITH FEDERAL REGULATIONS, FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE LISTED BELOW WHEN REPLACING A SPEEDOMETER.NOTE:MAZDA VEHICLES ARE MANUFACTURED WITH TAMPER-PROOF SPEEDOMETERS.WHEN A SPEEDOMETER IS REPLACED, THE NEW SPEEDOMETER WILL READ ZERO (0) MILES.THIS PROCEDURE IS EXTREMELY... | |
| 0800306 Oct 2006 | Air Bags | NON GENUINE ACCESSORIES AFFECT AIR BAG OPERATION. *KB | |
| 0102504 Jul 2004 | Electrical System | BATTERY TEST PROCEDURE REQUIREMENTS. *TT | |
| 0902604 Jul 2004 | Equipment | SPEEDOMETER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE. *TT | |
| 01599 May 1999 | Engine And Engine Cooling | INFORMATION REGARDING PISTON STANDARDIZATION FOR VEHICLES WITHIN CERTAIN VIN RANGES. *TT | |
| 00598 Nov 1998 | Engine And Engine Cooling | EXPERIENCEING A METALLIC TAPPING NOISE HEARD FROM THE RIGHT ( REAR ) CYLINDER HEAD EXHAUST CAM AREA. *YC | |
| 00598 Apr 1998 | Seat Belts | INFORMATION REGARDING SEAT BELT EXTENDERS. *YC | |
| 00198 Apr 1998 | Steering | CONDITIONS WITH STEERING WHEEL SLIGHTLY OFF CENTER. *YC | |
| 97102300397 Oct 1997 | Engine And Engine Cooling | SUBJECT PERTAINING TO MTX OVERHAUL INFORMATION. *YC | |
| 97102302097 Oct 1997 | Structure | PRE-PAINTING PREPARATIONS FOR FRONT AND REAR BUMPERS. *YC | |
| 97102300797 Oct 1997 | Engine And Engine Cooling | VEHICLE EXPERIENCING A OIL LEAK AT VALVE COVER. *YC | |
| 97083001997 Aug 1997 | Visibility | COMPLAINTS OF DOOR GLASS MAY COME OFF TRACK. *YC | |
| 97083000597 Aug 1997 | Engine And Engine Cooling | SUBJECT ON ESTABLISHMENT OF DISTRIBUTOR COMPONENTS. *YC | |
| 970716018/97 Jul 1997 | Equipment | INFORMATION ON REPLACING CIGARETTE LIGHTERS. *YC | |
| 970716006/97 Jul 1997 | Engine And Engine Cooling | DESCRIPTIONS OF TYPICAL ENGINE NOISES. *YC | |
| 008/97 May 1997 | Equipment | USE OF A/C TRACER DYE. *TW | |
| 004/97B May 1997 | Engine And Engine Cooling | PARTIAL ENGINE REPLACEMENT (PCV SYSTEM MODIFICATION). *TW | |
| 007/97T Apr 1997 | Air Bags | PARTS REPLACEMENT AFTER AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT. *TW | |
| 004/97T Apr 1997 | Electrical System | ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR AND TERMINAL REPLACEMENT PART AVAILABILITY. *TW | |
| 001/97G Apr 1997 | Electrical System | MAINTENANCE FREE BATTERY - DIAGNOSTIC AND CHARGING PROCEDURE. *TW | |
| 004/97S Mar 1997 | Visibility | FRONT DOOR GLASS RUN CHANNEL OUT OF POSITION. *TW | |
| 001/97R Mar 1997 | Suspension | STABILIZER BAR BUSHING REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE. *TW | |
| 001/97S Feb 1997 | Structure | DOOR SIDE MOLDING DETATCHES IN EXTREMELY COLD TEMPERATURES, *TW | |
| 003/97G Jan 1997 | Electrical System | WIPER MOTOR INOPERATIVE - CIRCUIT BREAKER ACTIVATION. *TW | |
| B010/95 Jun 1995 | Engine And Engine Cooling | IDLE VIBRATION DUE TO MIS-POSITIONED DAMPERS. *TW | |
| S019/95 Jun 1995 | Engine And Engine Cooling | RATTLE NOISE FROM PRE-MUFFLER BRACKET. *TW | |
| K001/95 Jun 1995 | Power Train | SHIFT LEVER WILL NOT MOVE FROM PARK. *TW | |
| U007/95 May 1995 | Visibility | INSUFFICIENT COOLING - A/C RELAY FAILURE. *TW | |
| B007/95 Apr 1995 | Engine And Engine Cooling | UNKNOWN | |
| B004/95 Feb 1995 | Engine And Engine Cooling | SEAL PLATE MODIFICATION (V6 ENGINE) *TW | |
| F003/95 Jan 1995 | Engine And Engine Cooling | HARD START WITH COLD ENGINE. *TW | |
| T008/94 Dec 1994 | Electrical System | DOOR KEY CYLINDER DOES NOT ILLUMINATE AND/OR CPU FAILURE. *TW | |
| N002/94R Dec 1994 | Steering | STEERING GEAR CLUNKING NOISE. *TW | |
| S033/94R Nov 1994 | Visibility | REARVIEW MIRROR FALLS OFF. *TW | |
| S021/94R Nov 1994 | Latches/Locks/Linkages | FROZEN DOOR/HATCH LOCK CYLINDERS. *TW | |
| 052/93 Dec 1993 | Structure | DOOR KEY LOCK CYLINDERS THAT DO NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN THE DOOR HANDLE IS LIFTED MAY HAVE A FAULTY BULB, MICRO SWITCH OR WIRING HARNESS. *TW | |
| 005/93 Aug 1993 | Fuel System | FUEL GUAGE READS 3/4 FULL WITH TANK FULL. *TW | |
| 003/93 May 1993 | Structure | THE THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM MAY NOT DEACTIVATE OR ACTIVATE WHEN USING THE OUTSIDE DOOR LOCKS. *TW |
Before you buy this vehicle
A test-drive checklist generated from this vehicle's own complaint and recall record.
- Drive it from a dead stop, twice, on a hill if you can.Shudder, hesitation, or a lurch under light throttle is how this vehicle's largest complaint cluster shows itself. Then ask for the transmission service history in writing; repeat repairs are a pattern, not a fluke.
- Brake hard once from speed on an empty road.A pull to one side, a pulsing pedal, a pedal that sinks at a stop, or an ABS light that stays lit are the brake complaints on this vehicle presenting themselves.
- Sit in it with the engine off and test everything that has a switch.Windows, locks, lights, the cluster, the radio. Electrical faults are this vehicle's story and the hardest to see on a drive: an intermittent no-start waits for the second week of ownership. Ask for the battery's age and whether any control module has been replaced.
- Run the VIN against open recalls before you negotiate.This vehicle has 1 recall campaign on file. An open recall needs VIN-specific confirmation. Many are quick, no-charge fixes and worth negotiating over; an unresolved do-not-drive advisory, or a remedy the manufacturer has not yet made available, should stop the purchase until it is resolved.
- Ask for the service history in writing, then read it against this page.The complaint families above are where owners of this vehicle report trouble. Repairs in exactly those systems are evidence the car had the problem; no such repairs could mean it never developed it, or that it was never fixed. The test-drive items above are how you tell those apart.
Parts search directory
The generic parts list for this vehicle has its own page: a search launcher for every system, filtered by fuel type and era but not by engine, trim, or brake type. It is not a diagnosis and not a fitment guarantee.
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