1994 Mazda MX-6
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Recalls
4 recalls name the 1994 Mazda MX-6. Newest first.
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 conductive and overheat.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
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 turbo engines. these filters are packaged as wix, napa, and…
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the headlight wire that runs through the turn signal lever can fail at the point where it IS soldered to the headlight switch.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The failure of this wire could cause a loss of headlights, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the headlight switch lever.
This IS not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. however, it IS deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the speedometer gear set can fail. symptoms include an inoperative speedometer, severe lack of power, and/or a transmission which stays in third gear. in some cases, the "od off"…
Risk and remedy
Risk
A driver may not be aware of increased speed due to the speedometer not working correctly.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the speedometer gear set and if necessary, will replace the speedometer gear set at no charge. this extended warranty covers necessary repairs due to failure of the vehicle's speedometer gear set fror 9 years from the original warranty start date with no mileage limitation.
Owner complaints
46 complaints6 involved a crash8 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Electrical system
TL* the contact owns a 1994 mazda MX-6. The contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign number: 15v674000 (electrical system). The contact stated that the parts needed for the recall remedy were still not available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.…
TL* the contact owns a 1994 mazda MX-6. The contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign number: 15v674000 (electrical system). The contact stated that the parts needed for the recall remedy were still not available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect. updated 01/04/17*lj the consumer stated he called another dealer and the vehicle was repaired in 20 minutes. Updated 03/08/17.*jb
- Power train › Automatic transmission
1994 mazda MX6 auto transmission problems. *Tr
- Fuel system, gasoline
Trying to get a recall done from potamkin mazda 7400 bird rd miami, fl 33155. I called so that I could get some information, the representative told me that the towing would be free for the recall before he gave me the towing company's phone number. When my car got to the service station…
Trying to get a recall done from potamkin mazda 7400 bird rd miami, fl 33155. I called so that I could get some information, the representative told me that the towing would be free for the recall before he gave me the towing company's phone number. When my car got to the service station (potamkin mazda) they called me saying that the car was not a recall and that I would have to pay the towing company. The towing company (black eagle) first told me that it was 55 dollars when I first called them ....but then, when they called the story changed the price was 75 dollars then explained I had 15 min to get from my house to the dealership (potamkin mazda) which was impossible to do in 15 mins and then if in the event that I didn't make it to the dealership in 15 min. It would be towed back to the company and I would have to pay 135 dollars plus 35 additional dollars for everyday the car IS in there lot. *tr
- Fuel system, gasoline · Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
On my way to work about 30 minutes before 8:00 a.m. Traveling on the florida's turnpike south about to exit, on to miami dade college, on the way to work then class. I proceeded to yield then stop at the intersection at 107th and 104th. The car shut completely off and wouldn't start again, after…
On my way to work about 30 minutes before 8:00 a.m. Traveling on the florida's turnpike south about to exit, on to miami dade college, on the way to work then class. I proceeded to yield then stop at the intersection at 107th and 104th. The car shut completely off and wouldn't start again, after waiting about several minutes more a ranger towed a passenger and myself a very short distance from the intersection. Nothing was done to correct this failure, that im aware of, all old parts are still inside the vehicle as of today. *tr
- Tires
1994 mazda MX6 right front tire blew out. *ts there was damage to the vehicle's right front fender, right front door, right front wheel well and rim. *nm
- Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system
I was coming home from school one night when all of a sudden my engine light came on. about 5-6 minutes later I was getting off of the freeway when my car stopped. I was able to turn the car back on although the radio and all of my interior lights were flashing. I drove it about 5 minutes up the…
I was coming home from school one night when all of a sudden my engine light came on. about 5-6 minutes later I was getting off of the freeway when my car stopped. I was able to turn the car back on although the radio and all of my interior lights were flashing. I drove it about 5 minutes up the road to the light in front of my apartment and it stopped again. By this time, it was smoking badly! so I got some help and pushed out of the way across the street. I was told to get my stuff out because it looked as if the car was going to blow. I got my stuff out and called the police. The car eventually cooled down. I later found out there was a crack in my coolant reservoir and coolant was squirting and splashing all over the place. my car had blown a head gasket from running hot. *nm
- Tires › Sidewall
My new remington brand tire (on my mazda MX-6), bought less than one month ago, ripped twice in the sidewall after I dropped into a pothole last night. I wrote it off to bad luck. However, when at the tire place, not one but two other customers said they had a similar problem with their…
My new remington brand tire (on my mazda MX-6), bought less than one month ago, ripped twice in the sidewall after I dropped into a pothole last night. I wrote it off to bad luck. However, when at the tire place, not one but two other customers said they had a similar problem with their tires, that the sidewall of a relatively new tire seemed rather weak, and gave way under seemingly general circumstances. I realize you may not take action on this letter, and I understand. however, if you see a pattern or receive more complaints, I would hope that you consider further investigation.
- Exterior lighting › Headlights › Switch
Failure of vehicle's headlight switch connection.*mr the vehicle headlight switch initially failed january 1999. the switch was replaced prior to the consumer receiving the recall notice. the manufacturer was contacted and the consumer was reimbursed. the replaced headlight switch failed…
Failure of vehicle's headlight switch connection.*mr the vehicle headlight switch initially failed january 1999. the switch was replaced prior to the consumer receiving the recall notice. the manufacturer was contacted and the consumer was reimbursed. the replaced headlight switch failed february 2004, 5 years after the replacement part was installed. the consumer contacted the manufacturer. the manufacturer refuse to reimburse the consumer for the repair of the defective switch. *nm
- Power train › Automatic transmission
I am the owner of a 1994 mazda MX-6 (4 cylinder, automatic transmission). because of what I believe may be a manufacturer defect or design flaw, I've been forced to replace the transmission in this vehicle twice over the course of about three years. basically, an electronic overdrive switch will…
I am the owner of a 1994 mazda MX-6 (4 cylinder, automatic transmission). because of what I believe may be a manufacturer defect or design flaw, I've been forced to replace the transmission in this vehicle twice over the course of about three years. basically, an electronic overdrive switch will randomly begin it's function without having any control over it. a light on the dashboard will flash "hold" constantly until the problem IS solved or the computer IS reset. when this happens, which quite frankly has been very frequent, the transmission jerks and struggles to operate properly. this also results in somewhat of a loss of control of the vehicle as maintaining highway speeds and taking small turns can feel very unsafe because the car gives the impression that it's not holding the road very well. not to mention the fact that I've had to spend a total of roughly $5000.00 for two transmission replacements. I've done some research and I have found that I am obviously not the only one who has experienced this very same problem. I strongly believe that this car cannot be operated safely over a certain amount of mileage. my first experience occured at roughly 70,000 miles, the second at about 95,000. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Caliper · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Pads · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Rotor
The rear brake caliper locked up which caused inadequate braking and resulting in premature wear of the brake pads and rotors. *ak
- Unknown or other
Replaced rear calliper due to calliper sticking. Found website that stated this IS a design fault for pre jan 5, 1995 mazda MX6 vehicles. I contacted mazda manufacturing and was told there was no recall for this problem. The website states that we can receive a refund for at least the price of the calliper.
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Transmission failure. *ak
- Power train › Automatic transmission
While driving at any speed transmission failed to work. *Ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
While driving the vehicle at the speed of 45 mph engine stalls. dealer has been notified. please provide further information. mr
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc
E-brake rear caliper seized locking brake and causing overheated pads/rotors. *Ak
- Power train › Automatic transmission
While driving transmission shifted into another gear ,causing vehicle to stall. vehicle was towed to the dealership. mechanic determined that there was a problem with transmission. ak
- Suspension
Whenever turning steering wheel would hear a popping noise. Temperature IS not a factor. Took to an independent mechanic to try to correct problem of popping noise. *Ak
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Transmission prematurely malfunctioned and would not go into reverse. also, while driving a very loud noise occurred, cause unknown. Please give any further details. *ak
- Power train › Automatic transmission
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- Power train › Automatic transmission
Vehicle shifts hard into first/second, and third gears. Mazda has been contacted.*ak
- Child seat
Consumer IS not satisfied with the automobile manufacturer for the price of the child safety seat attachment device available to the consumer to safely attach child in front facing position. *Mjs
- Suspension › Front › Springs › Coil springs
Front passenger's side coil spring cracked,causing tires to blowout, resulting in a collision. *Ak
- Latches/locks/linkages › Trunk lid › Lock · Seats › Front assembly › Recliner · Structure › Body › Door · Visibility › Power window devices and controls
Trunk will not open at all now due to locking failure. mazda said they didn't think they could fix it without damaging my car. Mazda @knoxville, tn knew immediately what the problem was. the service man said the pin was not strong enough to release the trunk. my back seats are also completely…
Trunk will not open at all now due to locking failure. mazda said they didn't think they could fix it without damaging my car. Mazda @knoxville, tn knew immediately what the problem was. the service man said the pin was not strong enough to release the trunk. my back seats are also completely locked down with no entry into the trunk from that point. the door locks are also failing sporadically. they still will not lock at times. also, they will not unlock at times. this IS a safety hazard to our 2 small children. *ak
- Electrical system · Engine and engine cooling › Engine
It seems as if the entire electrical system and engine valves are faulty. I have seen many tsb's about all related problems...it does not look like mazda IS taking care of the problems!
- Electrical system › Ignition · Power train › Driveline › Differential unit
1997: 4 mo.after antyexpired.paid $1000 to change defective differential part; 1999: distributor failed while driving, $468 to repair. *Ak
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Headlight failure
Obtained recall 99v-358
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.
- 10213425Speedometer replacement procedure
- 10208555Radio Unlocking Codes.
- 10154879In support of the new MRT distribution, Mazda will ship to dealers a new Dual Purpose Diagnostic Leak Detector beginning March, 2019. Training videos will be posted to MGSS shortly and Workshop Manual procedures will be revised gradually.
- 10153339In 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's 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 Mazda's 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 SPECMO's 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.
- 10148072In 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's 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 Mazda's 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 SPECMO's 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.
- 10144333In 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's 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 Mazda's 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 SPECMO's 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.
- 10118467In 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?s responsibility to comply with Federal, State, and local laws concerning odometerand 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 ?SpeedometerReplacement 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 Mazda?s 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 SPECMO?s services, a Mazda dealer can get the odometer setting updated to reflect the correct mileage at the time of replacement for both warranty and customer pay repairs, therefore resulting in a higher level of customer satisfaction. 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.
- 10098367In accordance with federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer.note: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 replace-ment label. Labels can only be ordered through mstore, not mdcs.
- 10009427Battery test procedure requirements.
- 10009424Speedometer replacement procedure.
- 606033Information regarding piston standardization for vehicles within certain vin ranges.
- 604035Experienceing a metallic tapping noise heard from the right ( rear ) cylinder head exhaust cam area.
- 603891Conditions with steering wheel slightly off center.
- 603854Information regarding seat belt extenders.
- 54320Vehicle experiencing a oil leak at valve cover.
- 54319Pre-painting preparations for front and rear bumpers.
- 54318Subject pertaining to mtx overhaul information.
- 54216Subject on establishment of distributor components.
- 52524Electrical connector and terminal replacement part availability.
- 52520Parts replacement after airbag deployment.
- 52503Maintenance free battery - diagnostic and charging procedure.
- 52498Partial engine replacement (pcv system modification).
- 52497Use of a/c tracer dye.
- 52492Wiper motor inoperative - circuit breaker activation.
- 52470Stabilizer bar bushing replacement procedure.
- 52467Torque cconverter clutch system performance - dtc 628.
- 52460Diagnostic procedure for mass air flow sensor trouble (dtc p0171 / 181).
- 46694La4a-el transaxle fluid leak at torque converter hub seal.
- 45001Shift lever will not move from park.
- 45000Rattle noise from pre-muffler bracket.
- 44095Idle vibration due to mis-positioned dampers.
- 44090Insufficient cooling - a/c relay failure.
- 39755Seal plate modification (V6 engine)
- 39754No 1 and no 2 spark plug wires damaged at wire supports.
- 39675Door key lock cylinders that do not illuminate when the door handle IS lifted may have a faulty bulb, micro switch or wiring harness.
- 38092Frozen door/hatch lock cylinders.
- 38091Rearview mirror falls off.
- 38080Steering gear clunking noise.
- 38079Door key cylinder does not illuminate and/or cpu failure.
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