#1
Suspension Components
Reported across 8 Mazda Mazda6 model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.
Issue Pattern Analysis
Mazda Mazda6 Common Problems
We analyzed every Mazda Mazda6 reliability report across 18 model years (avg score 83/100) — here are the issues that keep showing up.
Most-Reported Mazda6 Issues
Ranked by how often this issue appears in our Mazda Mazda6 year-by-year reports.
Affects 44% of years
#2
Infotainment System
Reported across 6 Mazda Mazda6 model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.
#3
Automatic Transmission
Reported across 4 Mazda Mazda6 model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.
#4
Electrical System
Reported across 4 Mazda Mazda6 model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.
#5
Braking System
Reported across 2 Mazda Mazda6 model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.
Problems by Model Year
2003 Mazda Mazda678/100
A fun-to-drive sedan, but don't overlook its rust belt vulnerabilities and specific powertrain quirks.
2004 Mazda Mazda678/100
A fun-to-drive sedan, but choose carefully and expect to address common weak points if you want long-term reliability.
2005 Mazda Mazda678/100
A fun-to-drive car potentially plagued by rust and powertrain woes if not carefully selected and maintained.
2006 Mazda Mazda672/100
A fun-to-drive sedan, but be prepared for rust prevention and diligent drivetrain checks.
2007 Mazda Mazda683/100
A fun-to-drive sedan, but don't buy without a thorough rust inspection and a budget for common suspension wear.
2008 Mazda Mazda682/100
A fun-to-drive sedan with solid mechanicals, but notorious for rust and minor electrical annoyances that require diligent attention.
2009 Mazda Mazda678/100
A fun-to-drive, practical sedan that offers good value, provided you address its Achilles' heel: rust.
2010 Mazda Mazda678/100
A fun-to-drive sedan with specific age-related and systemic weak points requiring careful evaluation.
2011 Mazda Mazda682/100
A spirited and dependable used sedan, especially with the solid 2.5L engine, but inspect thoroughly for V6 water pump history and rust.
2012 Mazda Mazda683/100
A driver's car that delivers dependable service, provided you're vigilant about rust prevention and routine wear items.
2013 Mazda Mazda679/100
A spirited mid-size sedan that can be rewarding, but carries a notable risk of costly automatic transmission failure if not perfectly maintained or if factory defects surface.
2014 Mazda Mazda687/100
A spirited and dependable sedan, the Mazda6 delivers excellent value with minimal major reliability concerns when properly maintained.
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