1992 Mazda 626: problems, recalls and reliability

1 recall and 19 owner complaints on record; most reports concern seat belts.

Data updated weekly · latest recall Oct 1993

recalls

owner complaints

fire reports

typical failure mileage, mi

All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.

Among the quietest 626 years (#13 of 13 by complaints, age-adjusted)No fire reports

Common problems Recalls Specs Other years FAQ

Common problems

Computed from 19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.

Limited data: only 19 complaints on record for this model year - too few for percentage statistics. Bars show raw report counts; read them as individual owner reports, not reliability rates. For a fuller picture, check nearby model years.

Seat Belts5 complaints

Power Train (transmission, axles, driveline)4 complaints

Vehicle Speed Control (unintended acceleration, cruise control)2 complaints

Visibility (windshield, wipers, defroster, mirrors)2 complaints

Air Bags (airbags and crash sensors)1 complaint

Parking Brake1 complaint

“I am the owner of a1992 mazda 626 which is having a transition problem indicated by the flashing hold light. Though my talking to many mazda owners this seems to be a common occurrence with this make, model and year car. At this time the transition is shifting rough and appears to not shift past third gear.”Owner report · Power Train · Nov 2009

“Front lens on turn signal are cracked. Vehicle hasn't been in an accident. Consumer covered holes up with tape so moisture wouldn't settle in. Mazda was contacted and they had no complaints.*aki”Owner report · Exterior Lighting · Mar 2001

“While driver was sitting in car with foot hanging out, transmission slipped into gear, pulled driver out, ran driver over. *dsh”Owner report · Power Train · Nov 1995

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“Component failure unknown. Car was cold started from park, gear shift (firmly believed to be) placed in reverse; emergency brake released; clutch eased; car fast accelerated forward, jumping over a cement block/tire stop, crashing into and partially through an aluminum guard rail; cruise control was used previous evening”Owner report · Vehicle Speed Control

When filing, owners marked a crash in 3 of these complaints and injuries in 3 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.

Recalls - 1 campaign

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:DRUM93E035000 · Oct 1993

THE GROOVE FOR THE REAR WHEEL BEARING RETAINER RING WAS INCORRECTLY MACHINED.

Remedy: MIDAS SHOPS WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE DRUMS WITH OTHER BRAKE DRUMS FROM ANOTHER SUPPLIER.

Specifications

Factory options offered for the 1992 model year, decoded from the NHTSA vPIC database. Individual vehicles have one of each.

Cylinders4

FuelGasoline

Body stylesSedan/Saloon

How other years compare

199044 complaints · 2 recalls 199162 complaints · 2 recalls 1992 (this page)19 complaints · 1 recalls 1993122 complaints · 2 recalls 1994282 complaints · 4 recalls

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 1992 Mazda 626 reliable?

NHTSA has 19 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 1992 Mazda 626. The most complained-about area is seat belts.

Does the 1992 Mazda 626 have open recalls?

1 recall campaign has been issued, the latest concerning service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:drum:drum. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.