1996 MAZDA MX-6
3 recalls, 14 complaints - 29 TSBs
15V674000 Oct 19, 2015
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Defect Description
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. In the affected vehicles, grease applied to the contact points inside the ignition switch may become co... Read more
Consequence
If the ignition switch overheats there would be an increased risk of a fire.
Remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. The recall began on December 17, 2015. Owners may contact Mazda Customer Experience Center at 1-800-222-5500, option#6. Mazda's number for this recall is 8715J.
05E065000 Oct 5, 2005
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Defect Description
CERTAIN SPX FILTRAN FUEL FILTERS WITH A 45-DEGREE ANGLE INLET TUBE, MODEL 800F350-S1, SOLD AS REPLACEMENT FILTERS FOR 1993-1997 FORD PROBE,1993-2001 MAZDA 626 AND MX-6, AND 1983-1994 LOYAL, 3-DOOR COUPE, HATCHBACK, SEDAN, WAGON, BRAT, DL, GL, GL-10, RX, XT, AND XT6 PASSENGER VEHICLES WITH EFI OR TUR... Read more
Consequence
IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A VEHICLE FIRE CAN OCCUR.
Remedy
SPX WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND PROVIDE A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN SEPTEMBER 27, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MR. CHRIS GREESON AT 704-869-3733 OR CONTACT THE WIX INFORMATION HOTLINE AT 800-949-6698.
98V249000 Oct 8, 1998
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE SAS SENSOR UNIT. THESE VEHICLES CAN EXPERIENCE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENTS IN MINOR UNDERCARRIAGE IMPACTS.
Consequence
UNEXPECTED AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT CAN RESULT IN OCCUPANT INJURY.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE SAS UNIT TO REDUCE THE PROBABILITY OF UNNECESSARY DEPLOYMENTS IN LOW SPEED UNDERCARRIAGE IMPACTS.
Complaint Statistics
14 total complaints
4 crashes 1 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 6 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 |
| AIR BAGS | 1 |
| SEAT BELTS | 1 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR | 1 |
| WHEELS | 1 |
WHEELS
Apr 10, 2006
Incident date: Jan 1, 2006
ALL 4 WHEELS ARE CRACKED ON THE OUTSIDE, AND BAC SIDE OF THE RIMS. THEY LOOK DEEP AND THE WHEELS MIGHT BREAK AT ANY TIME. *NM
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Aug 2, 2001
Incident date: Jul 28, 2001
VEHICLE WAS GOING 55MPH , AND CONSUMER WAS NOT SURE WHAT VEHICLE RAN OVER, BUT AIR BAG DEPLOYED. NOTHING WAS HIT, AND NO DAMAGE WAS DONE. NO INJURIES. CONSUMER IS CONTACTING MANUFACTURER. *AK
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Mar 28, 2001
Incident date: Mar 27, 2001
HEAD-ON CRASH AT 35-40 MPH, AND NEITHER AIRBAG DEPLOYED. DRIVER SUSTAINED INJURIES. *AK
Crash
1 injured
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 2, 2000
ENGINE CHECK LIGHT REMAINS ILLUMINATED, INDICATING A MALFUNCTION WITHIN THE SYSTEM, CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dec 8, 1999
Incident date: Dec 7, 1999
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Aug 20, 1998
CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT. POINT OF IMPACT WAS DRIVERS SIDE, FRONT AT 60 TO 65 MPH, IN WHICH THERE WAS NO DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVER'S OR PASSENGER'S SIDE AIRBAGS. CAUSE UNKOWN. ALSO BRAKE ROTORS HAVE EXCESSIVE WEAR AND TEAR. CAUSE ALSO UNKNOWN.
Crash
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR
Aug 20, 1998
CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT. POINT OF IMPACT WAS DRIVERS SIDE, FRONT AT 60 TO 65 MPH, IN WHICH THERE WAS NO DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVER'S OR PASSENGER'S SIDE AIRBAGS. CAUSE UNKOWN. ALSO BRAKE ROTORS HAVE EXCESSIVE WEAR AND TEAR. CAUSE ALSO UNKNOWN.
Crash
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
May 13, 1998
Incident date: Apr 21, 1998
FALSE/VIOLENT DEPLOYMENT OF AIR BAG, RESULTING IN INJURIES.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Mar 13, 1998
Incident date: Mar 6, 1998
WHILE DRIVING ON GOOD ROAD CONDITIONS, NO RAIN, DRIVER APPLIED THE BRAKES IN A REGULAR STOPPING SITUATION AND THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO THE REAR OF A TRUCK. THE VEHICLE IS BEING REPAIRED. THE DEALERSHIP COULD NOT FIND A PROBLEM WITH THE BRAKE SYSTEM. *AK
Crash
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Mar 19, 1997
Incident date: Feb 13, 1997
FALSE DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S AIR BAGS. *AK
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Feb 18, 1997
Incident date: Feb 13, 1997
BOTH AIR BAGS DEPLOYED SPONTANEOUSLY.
STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
Feb 12, 1997
Incident date: Feb 2, 1997
WHILE LIFTING HOOD UP THE HOOD FELL DOWN ON THE CONSUMER. THE CONSUMER WAS NOT HURT BUT COULD HAVE BEEN HURT VERY BADLY. *AK
AIR BAGS
Aug 14, 1996
AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATES WITH CAUSE NOT KNOWN. SECOND TIME DEALERSHIP REPLACED A CLOCK SPRING. NOW FOR THE THIRD TIME AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT IS FLASHING AGAIN. CONSUMER WAS TOLD THIS MEANS AIR BAG IS DISFUNCTIONAL. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. *AK.
SEAT BELTS
Aug 14, 1996
AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATES WITH CAUSE NOT KNOWN. SECOND TIME DEALERSHIP REPLACED A CLOCK SPRING. NOW FOR THE THIRD TIME AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT IS FLASHING AGAIN. CONSUMER WAS TOLD THIS MEANS AIR BAG IS DISFUNCTIONAL. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. *AK.
EPA Fuel Economy, 1996 MAZDA MX-6
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 20.0 | 28.0 | 23.0 | Regular | $2,650 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 23.0 | 31.0 | 26.0 | Regular | $2,350 |
| 2.5L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 24.0 | 20.0 | Premium | $3,800 |
| 2.5L 6-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 24.0 | 20.0 | Premium | $3,800 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Subcompact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1996 MAZDA MX-6
29 manufacturer communications from 23 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 4 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 4 |
| 103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER | 2 |
| 140000 AIR BAGS | 2 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 2 |
| 061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 1 |
| 117100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER | 1 |
| 022110 SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS | 1 |
09-003-20-3671
Jan 9, 2020
350000 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. It is the dealer??A?A?s responsibility
09-003-20-3671
Jan 9, 2020
110000 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. It is the dealer??A?A?s responsibility
0900716
Feb 17, 2016
117100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER
Speedometer replacement procedure
0400502
Oct 25, 2002
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
INADVERTENT DISABLING OF BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *TT
01299
Aug 23, 1999
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SUBJECT REGARDING PAINT DAMAGE - IRON PARTICLES / INDUSTRIAL FALLOUT / ACID RAIN. *TT
01599
May 21, 1999
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
INFORMATION REGARDING PISTON STANDARDIZATION FOR VEHICLES WITHIN CERTAIN VIN RANGES. *TT
00598
Dec 31, 1998
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SUBJECT REGARDING MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT (MIL) ILLUMINATION W/DTC P0421. *YC
01598
Dec 31, 1998
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SUBJECT REGARDING MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT (MIL) ILLUMINATION W/DTC P1407. *YC
01598
Dec 23, 1998
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
A CONDITION WITH THE MIL ILLUMINATED WITH CODE P1407 STORED IN MEMORY. *TT
01598
Dec 23, 1998
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
CONCERNS REGARDING INTERMITTENT 4-3 DOWNSHIFT OR SHIFTS IN AND OUT OF OVERDRIVE. *YC
00598
Nov 4, 1998
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
EXPERIENCEING A METALLIC TAPPING NOISE HEARD FROM THE RIGHT ( REAR ) CYLINDER HEAD EXHAUST CAM AREA. *YC
00598
May 28, 1998
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT (MIL) ILLUMINATED WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0421 STORED. *YC
00598
Apr 22, 1998
150000 SEAT BELTS
INFORMATION REGARDING SEAT BELT EXTENDERS. *YC
00198
Apr 15, 1998
010000 STEERING
CONDITIONS WITH STEERING WHEEL SLIGHTLY OFF CENTER. *YC
97102300797
Oct 23, 1997
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
VEHICLE EXPERIENCING A OIL LEAK AT VALVE COVER. *YC
97102302097
Oct 23, 1997
162200 STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS
PRE-PAINTING PREPARATIONS FOR FRONT AND REAR BUMPERS. *YC
97102300397
Oct 23, 1997
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
SUBJECT PERTAINING TO MTX OVERHAUL INFORMATION. *YC
004/97B
May 19, 1997
063130 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
PARTIAL ENGINE REPLACEMENT (PCV SYSTEM MODIFICATION). *TW
008/97
May 19, 1997
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
USE OF A/C TRACER DYE. *TW
004/97T
Apr 25, 1997
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR AND TERMINAL REPLACEMENT PART AVAILABILITY. *TW
007/97T
Apr 25, 1997
140000 AIR BAGS
PARTS REPLACEMENT AFTER AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT. *TW
001/97G
Apr 8, 1997
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
MAINTENANCE FREE BATTERY - DIAGNOSTIC AND CHARGING PROCEDURE. *TW
001/97R
Mar 10, 1997
022110 SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS
STABILIZER BAR BUSHING REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE. *TW
002/97K
Mar 10, 1997
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0741 TORQUE CONVERTER - CLUTCH SYSTEM PERFORMANCE. *TW
002/97
Mar 10, 1997
075000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:CARBURETOR SYSTEM
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR TROUBLE (DTC P0171 / 181). *TW
001/97
Mar 10, 1997
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
TAPPING NOISE WHEN ENGINE IS COLD. *TW
003/97G
Jan 19, 1997
114400 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
WIPER MOTOR INOPERATIVE - CIRCUIT BREAKER ACTIVATION. *TW
001/97T
Jan 18, 1997
140000 AIR BAGS
AIR BAG SYSTEM CHANGES. *TW
006/95
Dec 1, 1995
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
LA4A-EL TRANSAXLE FLUID LEAK AT TORQUE CONVERTER HUB SEAL. *SD
MAZDA MX-6 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MAZDA MX-6 across all model years (1990, 1999).
21
Total Recalls
241
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
32
Reported Crashes
3
Reported Fires
3
Reported Deaths