Engine
2.3L 6-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 65 of 82 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.
Engine & cooling
34 complaint records
"OIL PRESSURE SENSOR FAILED CATASTROPHICALLY, WITH LOSS OF ENGINE OIL THROUGH THE SENSOR. NO WARNING. ENGINE FAILED WITH OIL STARVATION...."- 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 engine & cooling parts in the directory →
Power train
17 complaint records
"THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO REVERSE, AND WILL NOT CHANGE GEARS WHEN COLD, IT WAS FINALLY REPLACED AFTER 57000 MILES.. *YH..."- 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 →
Air bags
17 complaint records9 crash reports
"CONSUMERS DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING, CAR HAD AN ACCIDENT AND THE DRIVERS SIDE AIR BAG DIDN'T DEPLOY, GIRL HIT THE WINDSHEILD . 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 air bags parts in the directory →
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. | |
| 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 | 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. | |
| 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. | |
| 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. |
Show 50 more bulletins
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| 0900403 Feb 2003 | Visibility | REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER GRID LINE REPAIR PROCEDURE. *TT | |
| 0102702 Nov 2002 | Interior Lighting | MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATION WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0300 TO P0306. *TT | |
| 0101602 May 2002 | Engine And Engine Cooling | SUBJECT REGARDING CAMSHAFT INSTALLATION INFORMATION. *TT | |
| 634454 Apr 2002 | Unknown Or Other | INFORMATION ON FUEL INJECTOR(S) REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES. *SLC | |
| 0100602 Feb 2002 | Fuel System | SUBJECT REGARDING FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY AND RELATED COMPONENT REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES. *SLC | |
| 0101601 Oct 2001 | Fuel System | SUBJECT REGARDING DIFFICULTY INSTALLING FUEL PUMP INTO NEW FUEL TANK. *TT | |
| 01600 Nov 2000 | Engine And Engine Cooling | SUBJECT REGARDING INSPECTION PROCEDURE - WATER PUMP LEAK. *TT | |
| 0200201 Feb 2000 | Suspension | SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CREAK OR SQUEAK NOISE FROM THE REAR SUSPENSION WHEN DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS, ENTERING DRIVEWAYS, DRIVING OVER SPEED BUMPS IN PARKING LOTS, OR DRIVING ON ROUGH ROADS. *TT | |
| 01299 Aug 1999 | Structure | SUBJECT REGARDING PAINT DAMAGE - IRON PARTICLES / INDUSTRIAL FALLOUT / ACID RAIN. *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 | |
| 00998 Aug 1998 | Visibility | SUBJECT REGARDING FUEL / TRUNK OPENER SWITCH MAY BECOME LOOSE. *YC | |
| 01098 May 1998 | Unknown Or Other | SERVICE PARTS AVAILABILITY - CENTER PANEL. *YC | |
| 00598 Apr 1998 | Seat Belts | INFORMATION REGARDING SEAT BELT EXTENDERS. *YC | |
| 00198 Apr 1998 | Steering | CONDITIONS WITH STEERING WHEEL SLIGHTLY OFF CENTER. *YC | |
| 00498 Apr 1998 | Power Train | SUBJECT ON SERVICE PART AVAILABILITY AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE BUSHING. *YC | |
| 00298 Feb 1998 | Visibility | CONCERNS WITH THE REAR VIEW MIRROR MAY BE LOOSE. *YC | |
| 00198 Feb 1998 | Power Train | COMPLAINTS OF TACH NEEDLE STUCK ON WRONG SIDE OF STOPPER PIN. *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 | |
| 970716006/97 Jul 1997 | Engine And Engine Cooling | DESCRIPTIONS OF TYPICAL ENGINE NOISES. *YC | |
| 011/97 Jun 1997 | Equipment | A/C ODOR AND BLOWER NOISE DUE TO FOREIGN SUBSTANCE. *TW | |
| 012/97T Jun 1997 | Power Train | TACH NEEDLE STUCK ON WRONG SIDE OF STOPPER PIN. *TW | |
| 002/97N Jun 1997 | Steering | INTERMEDIATE SHAFT THUMP/CLICK NOISE. *TW | |
| 009/97S May 1997 | Visibility | SUN ROOF LOWER PANEL COVER LOOSE. *TW | |
| 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 | |
| 013/97F Apr 1997 | Unknown Or Other | SUPPLEMENTAL DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES FOR MIL ILLUMINATION. *TW | |
| 001/97G Apr 1997 | Electrical System | MAINTENANCE FREE BATTERY - DIAGNOSTIC AND CHARGING PROCEDURE. *TW | |
| 006/97S Mar 1997 | Seats | LEATHER SEAT TRIM (SMOOTH GRAIN TEXTURE) AVAILABILITY. *TW | |
| 005/97S Mar 1997 | Seats | RATTLE NOISE FROM REAR SEAT BACK. *TW | |
| 001/97 Mar 1997 | Engine And Engine Cooling | TAPPING NOISE WHEN ENGINE IS COLD. *TW | |
| 002/97T Mar 1997 | Visibility | BLOWER MOTOR FAN SPEED INCORRECT - BLOWER MOTOR INOPERATIVE. *TW | |
| 003/97G Jan 1997 | Electrical System | WIPER MOTOR INOPERATIVE - CIRCUIT BREAKER ACTIVATION. *TW | |
| 001/97AD Jan 1997 | Electrical System | KEY REPLACEMENT PROGRAM. *TW | |
| U006/95 May 1995 | Equipment | A/C EVAPORTOR FREEZING. *TW | |
| B007/95 Apr 1995 | Engine And Engine Cooling | UNKNOWN | |
| T006/95 Apr 1995 | Unknown Or Other | UNKNOWN | |
| S011/95 Apr 1995 | Fuel System | UNKNOWN | |
| N004/95 Mar 1995 | Steering | HARD EFFORT TO UNLOCK STEERING LOCK SYSTEM. *TW | |
| B002/95 Feb 1995 | Engine And Engine Cooling | DAMAGE TO DRIVE BELT AUTO TENSIONER. *TW | |
| T001/95 Jan 1995 | Electrical System | A/T POSITION INDICATOR LIGHT FAILURE. *TW | |
| S002/95 Jan 1995 | Unknown Or Other | SNAP NOISE AROUND A PILLAR CAUSED BY A DASHBOARD STAY INSTALLATION SCREW THAT MOVES DURING TEMPERATURE CHANGES. *TW | |
| N002/95 Jan 1995 | Steering | AUTO-TILT STEERING COLUMN DOES NOT OPERATE. *TW |
Before you buy this vehicle
A test-drive checklist generated from this vehicle's own complaint and recall record.
- Cold-start it yourself and listen for the first thirty seconds.Knocking, ticking that fades as it warms, or blue or white smoke on startup are the sounds of this vehicle's engine cluster. Check the oil level and the coolant color, and ask whether the engine or its head gaskets have ever been out.
- 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.
- Watch the airbag warning light through a full key cycle.It should light on start and go out within seconds. A light that stays on, or never lights at all, means the system needs attention. Run the VIN for inflator recalls specifically.
- 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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