1991 Mazda MX-6: problems, recalls and reliability

1 recall and 13 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 MX-6 years (#6 of 7 by complaints, age-adjusted)No fire reports

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Common problems

Computed from 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.

Limited data: only 13 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)3 complaints

Service Brakes, Hydraulic (brakes)2 complaints

Engine And Engine Cooling (engine, radiator, overheating)1 complaint

Structure (body, frame, doors, rust)1 complaint

Exterior Lighting (headlights, taillights)1 complaint

“After changing oil, consumer noticed smoke coming from the tail pipe. After vehicle sat over night, and started it for first time smoke wold come from tail pipe. *ak *slc”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Aug 2000

“Front axle bearings broke and the axle had to be replaced. Also, there was some type of knocking noise coming from the vehicle consumer thought the bearings and the hub broke again.”Owner report · Power Train · Jan 1999

“Passenger side restraint system failed in a wreck aug/95 and was replaced. The driver side restraint system has been malfunctioning the past couple of years. Automatic shoulder belt either jams in the track or fails to operate. Dealer has refused to repair or replace system. I believe the mazda mx6 was built in the same production plant as the ford probe. The ford probe has had a recall on the automatic restraint system. I believe this is the same problem we are experiencing on our 1991 mazda mx6 now and back in 1995.*ak”Owner report · Seat Belts · Aug 1995

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“While driving vehicle the driver's side door light comes on ,owner also notes that must open door while driving, he states that his outside handle broke. *ak”Owner report · Structure

“When turning on the left and right turn signal the headlights flashes, radiator started to crack after only three months resulting overheating”Owner report · Exterior Lighting

When filing, owners marked a crash in 1 of these complaints and injuries in 0 - 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 1991 model year, decoded from the NHTSA vPIC database. Individual vehicles have one of each.

Cylinders4

FuelGasoline

Body stylesCoupe

How other years compare

199014 complaints · 1 recalls 1991 (this page)13 complaints · 1 recalls 199354 complaints · 3 recalls

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 1991 Mazda MX-6 reliable?

NHTSA has 13 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 1991 Mazda MX-6. The most complained-about area is seat belts.

Does the 1991 Mazda MX-6 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.