1986 MAZDA 626
2 recalls, 20 complaints - 3 TSBs
90V118000 Jun 14, 1990
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Defect Description
IGNITION SWITCH TERMINAL MAY MALFUNCTION.
Consequence
THIS COULD RESULT IN FAILURE OF WINDSHIELD WIPERS,WINDSHIELD WASHER, ENGINE COOLING FAN, HEATER BLOWER, AND AIR CONDITIONINGCOMPRESSOR. FAILURE OF WINDSHIELD CLEARING DEVICES COULD CAUSE REDUCEDVISIBILITY, WHICH COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy
REPLACE IGNITION SWITCHES.
86V042000 Mar 11, 1986
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Defect Description
THE THROTTLE ANGLE SENSOR ON THE CARBURETOR MAY CONTAIN A NYLON ROTOR WHICH HAS NOT BEEN HEAT TREATED. ROTORS THAT HAVE NOT BEEN HEAT TREATED CONTRACT IN THE PRESENCE OF HEAT CAUSING THE THROTTLE MECHANISM TO STICK. ... Read more
Remedy
REPLACE THROTTLE ANGLE SENSOR ASSEMBLIES WITH NEW HEAT TREATED ROTORS WITH LARGER INSIDE DIAMETERS.
Complaint Statistics
20 total complaints
1 fires
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION | 3 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH | 3 |
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | 2 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY | 1 |
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR | 1 |
| VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER | 1 |
| WHEELS | 1 |
| SEAT BELTS | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 1 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM | 1 |
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Feb 13, 2004
Incident date: Jul 20, 2003
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISION FAILED. FIRST FAILED IN JULY AND TRANSMISION REPLACED AND NOW HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM AGAIN O/D LIGHT FLASHING, HARD SHIFT WILL NOT SHIFT INTO O/D.*AK
STEERING
Jul 2, 2002
Incident date: Sep 12, 2001
CONSUMER HAD TO HAVE RACK BOOTS REPLACED. *TT
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Jul 2, 2002
Incident date: Sep 12, 2001
CONSUMER REQUESTING REIMBURSEMENT FOR REPAIRS MADE PRIOR TO RECALL NOTICE 90V118000 IGNITION SWITCH PROGRAM. DEALER DENIED REIMBURSEMENT CLAIM STATING THAT THE REPAIR ORDER DOES NOT SUPPORT THE REQUEST FOR REIMBURSEMENT. *TT
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Nov 10, 1999
THE KEY DOES NOT GO ALL THE WAY BACK TO START AFTER CAR IS STARTED
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Nov 10, 1999
THE KEY DOES NOT GO ALL THE WAY BACK TO START AFTER CAR IS STARTED
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Apr 30, 1999
Incident date: Mar 31, 1999
ENGINE OVERHEATED RESULTING IN VEHICLE FIRE. (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT). MJS
Fire
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:HEATER CORE
Feb 22, 1999
Incident date: Feb 11, 1999
HEATER CORE BROKE, CAUSING THE HOT WATER TO SPILL INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT WHICH MAY HAVE CAUSED INJURIES. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Dec 19, 1998
ANTI FREEZE SMOKE IS COMING THROUGH THE HEATER VENTS, ALSO EXHAUST IS LEAKING
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Dec 19, 1998
ANTI FREEZE SMOKE IS COMING THROUGH THE HEATER VENTS, ALSO EXHAUST IS LEAKING
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Jul 15, 1998
BRAKE FAILURE.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Apr 24, 1998
Incident date: Feb 1, 1996
IGNITION SWITCH FAILED TO START ENGINE COOLING FAN, CAUSING RADIATOR TO EXPLODE AND FUEL PUMP TO FAIL.
SEAT BELTS
Feb 20, 1998
Incident date: Dec 1, 1997
DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT CABLE BROKE.
WHEELS
Feb 5, 1998
Incident date: Nov 1, 1997
WHEEL BEARING PROBLEMS.
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Oct 16, 1997
Incident date: Jul 2, 1997
WINDSHIELD WASHER PUMP FAILED.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Oct 16, 1997
Incident date: Jul 2, 1997
IGNITION SWITCH ASSEMBLY FAILED.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Jun 19, 1995
Incident date: Jun 19, 1995
CAR SOMETIMES STALL/STARTING PROBLEMS. *AK
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
May 2, 1995
Incident date: May 2, 1995
DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE WOULDN'T LATCH . TT
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Apr 4, 1995
REAR PASSENGER SHOULDER/LAP BELT WON'T RETRACT ALL THE WAY. TT
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Feb 27, 1995
Incident date: Feb 27, 1995
REAR SEATBELTS FAILS TO STAY FASTEN WHEN USING, UNFASTENING WHILE RIDING IN VEHICLE. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Jan 6, 1995
Incident date: Dec 29, 1994
GAS TANK RUSTED FROM OUTSIDE IN, RESULTING IN LEAKAGE. TT
EPA Fuel Economy, 1986 MAZDA 626
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 21.0 | 26.0 | 23.0 | Regular | $2,700 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 23.0 | 29.0 | 25.0 | Regular | $2,500 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 26.0 | 22.0 | Regular | $2,850 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1986 MAZDA 626
3 manufacturer communications from 3 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 114400 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS | 1 |
| 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 1 |
| 111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY | 1 |
008/97
May 19, 1997
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
USE OF A/C TRACER DYE. *TW
001/97G
Apr 8, 1997
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
MAINTENANCE FREE BATTERY - DIAGNOSTIC AND CHARGING PROCEDURE. *TW
003/97G
Jan 19, 1997
114400 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
WIPER MOTOR INOPERATIVE - CIRCUIT BREAKER ACTIVATION. *TW
NHTSA Safety Investigations, MAZDA 626
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
RQ02004
Opened: Feb 8, 2002 , Closed: Aug 19, 2002
OVERSENSITIVE AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT
There is no summary currently available
RQ99022
Opened: Dec 20, 1999 , Closed: Aug 30, 2000
HEADLIGHT FAILURE
OBTAINED RECALL 99V-358
SQ98024
Opened: Oct 29, 1998 , Closed: Sep 10, 1999
SPEEDOMETER INOPERATIVE
SEE RESUME FOR DETAILS.
EA97012
Opened: May 23, 1997 , Closed: Oct 9, 1998
OVERSENSITIVE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT
IN MAY OF 1997, ODI UPGRADED TO AN ENGINEERING ANALYSIS WITH 51 COMPLAINTS.ODI IS NOW AWARE OF 88 COMPLAINTS OF ALLEGED INAPPROPRIATE AIRBAG DEPLOYMENTS.TYPICAL COMPLAINTS ALLEGE THAT THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED AFTER THE VEHICLE HIT A POT HOLE AT BETWEEN 20 AND 45 MPH, OR THAT THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED WHILE D... Read more
PE97006
Opened: Jan 30, 1997 , Closed: May 23, 1997
INAPPROPRIATE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT
IN JANUARY OF 1997, ODI OPENED A PE BASED ON 9 ODI COMPLAINTS.ODI IS NOW AWARE OF 51 COMPLAINTS OF ALLEGED INAPPROPRIATE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENTS.TYPICAL COMPLAINTS INCLUDE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENTS AFTER THE VEHICLE HIT A POT HOLE WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 20 AND 45 MPH AND AIR BAG DEPLOYMENTS WHILE DRIVING AT SP... Read more
EA92031
Opened: Sep 25, 1992 , Closed: Nov 30, 1993
INADVERTENT DOOR OPENING
There is no summary currently available
PE92050
Opened: Jun 2, 1992 , Closed: Sep 25, 1992
INADVERTENT DOOR OPENING
There is no summary currently available
PE91088
Opened: Jun 18, 1991 , Closed: Oct 21, 1991
THROTTLE STICKING
There is no summary currently available
MAZDA 626 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MAZDA 626 across all model years (1979, 2001).
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Total Recalls
3,892
Total Complaints
8
Investigations
244
Reported Crashes
65
Reported Fires
111
Reported Deaths
MAZDA 626 - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 0 | 9 | View |
| 2002 | 0 | 99 | View |
| 2001 | 1 | 235 | View |
| 2000 | 2 | 280 | View |
| 1999 | 4 | 372 | View |
| 1998 | 6 | 499 | View |
| 1997 | 4 | 451 | View |
| 1996 | 3 | 426 | View |
| 1995 | 4 | 587 | View |
| 1994 | 4 | 353 | View |
| 1993 | 2 | 202 | View |
| 1992 | 1 | 24 | View |
| 1991 | 2 | 99 | View |
| 1990 | 2 | 62 | View |
| 1989 | 2 | 48 | View |
| 1988 | 6 | 58 | View |
| 1987 | 1 | 40 | View |
| 1986 (current) | 2 | 20 | |
| 1985 | 0 | 7 | View |
| 1984 | 0 | 4 | View |
| 1983 | 0 | 2 | View |
| 1982 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1981 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1980 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1979 | 2 | 0 | View |