2003 Mazda 626

Owner complaints

What owners report most

1. Air bags2
2. Electrical system1
3. Engine and engine cooling1
4. Power train1
5. Service brakes, hydraulic1
6. Suspension1
7. Unknown or other1
8. Vehicle speed control1

Latest complaints

• Dec 30, 2015WA
  Air bags

  TL* the contact owns a 2003 mazda 626. The contact received a recall notification for nhtsa campaign number: 15v382000 (air bags) and stated that the part needed was unavailable to perform the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect. *js

• Oct 16, 2015NJ
  Air bags
  I received the recall notice 7914j, campaign #15v-345 & 15v-382, in august of 2015. I called the local dealership, lester glen mazda in toms river, nj on 8/13/15. They told me they would order the part and call within a week to schedule an appointment to install the recall part. I called again on…

  I received the recall notice 7914j, campaign #15v-345 & 15v-382, in august of 2015. I called the local dealership, lester glen mazda in toms river, nj on 8/13/15. They told me they would order the part and call within a week to schedule an appointment to install the recall part. I called again on 9/16/15 and they told me they were still waiting for the part from mazda, that the parts hadn't been shipped because of some issue on mazda's end. It IS now 10/16/15 and I still have not received a call from the dealership and the part still has not arrived.

• Sep 26, 2008VA50,000 mi
  Unknown or other

  Tl*the contact owns a 2003 mazda 626. the contact noticed that the lining began to fall from the rear ceiling of the vehicle. the glue that holds the lining in place began to wear out. the dealer stated that there were no recalls and her warranty was expired; therefore, nothing could be done to assist. the failure and current mileages were less than 50,000.

• Mar 24, 2005PA16,076 mi
  Power train › Clutch assembly

  Mazda 6 2003, at 16,070 miles clutch went out. *bf the dealer told the consumer the failure was due to wear and tear. *Jb

• Mar 1, 2005GA31,900 mi
  Vehicle speed control

  On three separate occasions vehicle lost power while driving. Consumer could apply the accelerator pedal down to the floor and the vehicle would bearly move. vehicle was to the dealer on three separate occasions, and they were unable to correct the problem.*ak

• Oct 20, 2004IL9,000 mi
  Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Rotor

  The front brake rotors warped prematurely. The mechanic replaced the rotors three times, but the consumer was still having the same problems. Please provide more information. *Jb

• Mar 5, 2004NY18,000 miFire
  Electrical system

  While the vehicle was parked a fire started inside driver side door panel. *Ak

• Sep 24, 2003WA
  Suspension › Front

  Consumer noticed while traveling vehicle would sway to right. Vehicle was serviced, technician alleged vehicle's problem would return. *Ak

• Mar 10, 2003TX
  Engine and engine cooling › Engine

  The engine light illuminated and the vehicle stalled.*jb

Service bulletins

Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.

• 11006987In 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 dealers responsibility to comply with Federal, State, and local laws concerning odometer and related documentation requirements when providing a repair or replacement. Mazda vehicles are manufactured with tamper-proof speedometers. When a speedometer is replaced, the new speedometer will read zero (0) miles. This procedure is extremely important to accurately represent actual vehicle mileage. Prior to speedometer removal, complete the information required on the Speedometer Replacement Label. Labels can only be ordered through Mazda eStore. In an effort to achieve a higher level of Customer Experience and retain the value of Mazdas vehicles, MNAO Warranty Operations is allowing all Mazda dealers to utilize a third party, SPECMO Enterprises, Inc., for Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) odometer setting service. With the use of SPECMOs services, it is possible that the odometer will be set between 10 to 31 miles over the odometer mileage at the time of replacement for both warranty and customer pay repairs. Please make sure that the customer is aware that there may be a slight variance to the odometer, in which case the customer may have to accept the slightly higher mileage. Since odometer setting service is not part of the warranty repair, it is not warrantable nor required, but optional. However, Mazda Warranty policy provides after- warranty assistance (AWA) or DSA that can be utilized to cover this service expense.
• 10232299Speedometer replacement procedure
• 10222564Some customers may experience a squeaking noise may be heard from the exhaust manifold when the idle speed drops from fast idle to normal idle speed during cold start. This is caused by a variable valve being stuck in the closed position. When returning from fast idle to normal, the stuck valve suddenly opens due to thermal change around it which causes abnormal noise. To eliminate this concern, the internal design of the exhaust manifold has been modified.
• 10217209In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer.
• 10213185Some customers may complain of signs of oil on the struts or shock absorbers. In most cases the oil that is present is normal, and a result of the oil that remains on the shaft during the normal sweeping process of the shaft seal. Follow the inspection guidelines below to determine if the condition is a result of the normal sweeping process or a failure of the shaft seal.
• 10209761Accessory instructions can be found on OneMazda under Dealer Resources - Parts & Accessories.
• 10203730Some vehicles may exhibit the inner cloth (A) falling down at the rear end causing a poor appearance and obstructing the view of the back window.
• 10200527This service bulletin provides information regarding the proper use of the drivers floor mat to avoid any potential interference with the foot pedals. The following are possible causes of floor mat interference, which can be avoided with proper usage.
• 10188016This service bulletin provides testing and charging procedures in order to promote proper battery maintenance, to deliver new vehicles with fully charged batteries, and to reduce unnecessary battery replacement cost. For new vehicles in stock at the dealer, inspect and maintain the battery periodically according to the repair procedure.
• 10188015The Mazda DCA-8000PM is required for all warranty battery testing. If the Mazda DCA-8000PM is not used, incorrect battery testing may result in unnecessary battery replacement. Use the following test procedures in this Service Bulletin to test Mazda vehicle batteries and to generate a Warranty Code.
• 10186703In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer
• 10186701A musty/mildew type odor may come from the vents when the air conditioning (A/C) system is operating. It is most noticeable when the A/C is first turned ON. This odor is the result of mold growth in the A/C evaporator/cooling unit which is caused by condensation, dust, and pollen within the cooling unit. This condition is usually worse during high humidity conditions. Mazda Air Cooling Coil Coating is available to encapsulate the mold to reduce odors. If the product is properly applied, it can effectively reduce the musty/mildew odor for up to three years.
• 10186693Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle specific workshop manual or owner's manual. Services performed outside of Mazda's factory scheduled maintenance are not recommended. These services are unnecessary and create unneeded expenses for your customers.
• 10170817When encountering a vehicle with paint damage, refer to the "Mazda Pocket Paint Guide" to determine cause, prevention, remedy, and warranty coverage (if applicable). Copies of the Mazda Pocket Paint Guide are available for order on Mazda e-Store (part number: 9999-95-MPPG-12).
• 10170661In 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 dealers responsibility to comply with Federal, State, and local laws concerning odometer and related documentation requirements when providing a repair or replacement. Mazda vehicles are manufactured with tamper-proof speedometers. When a speedometer is replaced, the new speedometer will read zero (0) miles. This procedure is extremely important to accurately represent actual vehicle mileage. Prior to speedometer removal, complete the information required on the Speedometer Replacement Label. Labels can only be ordered through Mazda eStore. In an effort to achieve a higher level of Customer Experience and retain the value of Mazdas vehicles, MNAO Warranty Operations is allowing all Mazda dealers to utilize a third party, SPECMO Enterprises, Inc., for Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) odometer setting service. With the use of SPECMOs services, it is possible that the odometer will be set between 10 to 31 miles over the odometer mileage at the time of replacement for both warranty and customer pay repairs. Please make sure that the customer is aware that there may be a slight variance to the odometer, in which case the customer may have to accept the slightly higher mileage. Since odometer setting service is not part of the warranty repair, it is not warrantable nor required, but optional. However, Mazda Warranty policy provides after- warranty assistance (AWA) or DSA that can be utilized to cover this service expense.
• 10006328Port or dealer installed auto-dimming (electro-chromic) mirror, with electronic compass, ambient temperature.
• 10001000Front crankshaft bolt service warning.

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