Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2007 Mazda MAZDASPEED6 peaked in 2012, with 4 filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Model yearDo not drive
2007 Mazda MAZDASPEED6
Sedan, gasoline, built in Japan. Owner complaints on file from Aug 11, 2007 to Sep 20, 2016.
Recall campaigns covering this model year4678k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints9Below the median 2007 sedan
Severity index0.02007 sedans average 9.3
First 24 months1Complaints in its first two years
Components
78% of complaints about the 2007 Mazda MAZDASPEED6 name powertrain
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls
4 recall campaigns cover the 2007 Mazda MAZDASPEED6
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
| Campaign | Filed | Subject | Component | Vehicles | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21V-744 | Sep 24, 2021 | Fuel may leak from the fuel pump mounting rings | Fuel system | 13,891 | Repair or modification |
| 19V-781 | Oct 31, 2019 | These vehicles had their passenger frontal air bag inflators previously replaced under a prior recall using inflators of the same designDo not drive | Airbags | 47,006 | Part replacement |
| 18V-402 | Jun 15, 2018 | Mazda is also recalling 2005-2006 MPV vehicles in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia,…Do not drive | Airbags | 308,591 | Part replacement |
| 17V-474 | Jul 26, 2017 | Affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion and other factors, including…Do not drive | Airbags | 308,992 | Part replacement |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2007 Mazda MAZDASPEED6
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
9 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed Sep 20, 2016Failure Jun 17, 2015FT Lauderdale, FLAir bags
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 MAZDA SPEED6. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 15V382000 (AIR BAGS) AND 16V354000 (AIR BAGS). THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIRS WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
NHTSA complaint 10908193 - Filed Jun 24, 2014Failure May 13, 201490,000 milesPost Falls, IDPower train
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 MAZDA SPEED6. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FIREWALL WAS STARTING TO SEPARATE AND THE CLUTCH BECAME DIFFICULT TO ENGAGE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 90,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 91,000. UPDATED 9/12/14*CN THE CONSUMER STATED THE MANUFATURER DENIED ASSISTANCE DUE TO THE VEHICLE BEING OUT OF WARRANTY. UPDATED 1/26/15 *JS
NHTSA complaint 10605753 - Filed Aug 9, 2012Failure Aug 9, 201251,000 milesWausau, WIPower train
LOUD CLUNK IN THE DRIVE TRAIN. TOOK IT IN AND FOUND THE TRANSFER CASE HAD LEAKED ENOUGH OIL FOR LARGE PARTS TO BE DISLODGED. LOOKED AND FOUND THERE WAS A TSB ON THE ISSUE BUT WAS NEVER NOTIFIED. IN SEARCHING THE INTERNET, I HAVE FOUND NUMEROUS PEOPLE WHO HAVE EXPERIENCED THE SAME ISSUE. MAZDA IS AWARE OF THIS ISSUE BUT DOES NOT CONTACT THE OWNERS OF THE CAR. THE RESULTING REPAIR IS VERY EXPENSIVE AND, I FEEL THERE IS A CHANCE OF TRANSFER CASE LOCK UP AND POSSIBLE LOSS OF CONTROL. *TR
NHTSA complaint 10470031 - Filed Apr 12, 2012Failure Nov 1, 201019,000 milesSeattle, WAPower train
CLUTCH PEDAL IS DIFFICULT TO OPERATE. WHEN RELEASING THE CLUTCH, THE HEIGHT OF THE PEDAL, WHERE THE CLUTCH ENGAGES THE ENGINE IS HIGHER THAN OTHER VEHICLES MAKING A SMOOTH ENGAGEMENT DIFFICULT. THIS IS THE VERBATIM ISSUE DOCUMENTED ON NHTSA TSB 05-003/07 FOR MY VEHICLE. HOWEVER, MY VIN NUMBER IS HIGHER THAN THOSE COVERED UNDER THE RECALL AND THE ISSUE STILL EXISTS. PLEASE EXPLAIN WHY MY VEHICLE IS NOT COVERED OR PRODUCE A TSB COVERING THE VEHICLES WITH VINS HIGHER THAN [XXX]. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
NHTSA complaint 10455005 - Filed Mar 19, 2012Failure Feb 23, 201251,721 milesBlacksburg, VAPower train, Suspension
AFTER STARTING TO DRIVE MY CAR TO THE TOP OF MY STREET WHICH WAS ONLY 15 FEET FROM MY DRIVEWAY, I HEAR A LOUD CLUNK FROM THE REAR OF THE CAR. AFTER TAKING MY CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP THE DIAGNOSED THE PROBLEM WAS A SHEERED REAR DIFFERENTIAL FRONT MOUNT BOLT. THE PROBLEM IS MAZDA KNOWS ABOUT THIS ISSUE AND HAVE A REINFORCEMENT KIT TO FIX IT. THIS IS A PROBLEM SINCE IT SEEMS LIKE IT IS A DESIGN FLAW IN THE EQUIPMENT AND MAZDA HAS FAILED TO RECALL THIS PRODUCT SINCE NO ONE HAS FILED COMPLAINT OR BEEN IN ACCIDENT (THANKFULLY) DUE TO THIS ISSUE. *TR *JS
NHTSA complaint 10452299 - Filed Mar 5, 2012Failure Mar 3, 201253,213 milesChristiansburg, VAPower train
THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL BOLTS HAVE SHEARED OFF ON THE FRONT REAR DIFFERENTIAL MOUNT AND CAUSES A LOUD THUMPING NOISE WHEN SHIFTING. *TR
NHTSA complaint 10450385 - Filed Nov 12, 2009Failure Nov 5, 20075,000 milesLOS Angeles, CAEngine
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 MAZDA SPEED 6. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS THE VEHICLE SHIMMIES AND HESITATES BEFORE VEHICLE ACCELERATION. ALSO THE ENGINE WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT CONTROL PANEL. A TECHNICIAN FROM THE DEALER ADVISED HIM TO DISCONNECT THE BATTERY OVER NIGHT TO DELETE THE ERROR CODE. SINCE THE BATTERY WAS DISCONNECTED THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY. SINCE THE TECHNICIANS COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE FAILURE, THEY COULD NOT PROVIDE A REMEDY. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 5000. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 30565.
NHTSA complaint 10291973 - Filed Jul 28, 2009Failure Jan 31, 2008723 milesNeww Llano, LAManual transmission
CLUTCH VERY DIFFICULT TO OPERATE CAUSING FREQUENT STALLS. *TR
NHTSA complaint 10278564 - Filed Aug 11, 2007Failure Jul 30, 200724,000 milesSimi Valley, CADifferential unit
THERE IS A REAR "CLUNK" NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THIS IS STARTING TO SHOW UP QUITE OFTEN AROUND MY 24,000 MILE MARK. AFTER SEARCHING FOR OTHERS THAT HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM, IT IS COMMON FOR THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL MOUNTING BRACKET SCREWS TO BACK OUT, GET SHEERED OFF, AND HAVE THE MOUNTING BRACKET BREAK CAUSING A FAILURE IN THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL THUS MAKING THE VEHICLE NOT DRIVABLE. *JB
NHTSA complaint 10199303
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
3 NHTSA investigations on file
- EA21002 Engineering analysis, Airbags
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Opened Sep 17, 2021, still open - EA15001 Engineering analysis, Airbags
Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Opened Feb 24, 2015, still open · led to a recall - PE14016 Preliminary evaluation, Airbags
Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Opened Jun 11, 2014, closed Mar 2, 2015 · led to a recall
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
41 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.
- SA-055-26 Aug 20, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Product Quality Information (PQI) DESCRIPTION Service Information MT-041/12 is no longer valid. It has been unpublished and superseded by the Field Quality Information Report (FQIR) reporting system. - 09-038-24 Aug 8, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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’s responsibility to comply with Federal… - 09-016-23 Feb 28, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Speedometer replacement procedure - 0901316 Feb 26, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Excessive condensation or water within the headlamp assembly caustion - 0100216 Feb 5, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
PreMixed long life "FL22" Engine Coolant - 09-025-21-3824 Aug 17, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information regarding the proper use of the driverâ™s 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. - SSPB3 May 5, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Subject: ** UPDATE** - Takata Inflator Special Service Program (Extended Warranty) Special Service Program SSPB3: In December 2017 Special Service Program SSPB3 - Takata Inflator Extended Warranty was announced. The extended warranty was a result of the Tak… - 01-006-21-3779 Feb 8, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This 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,… - 01-005-21-3778 Feb 8, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The 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… - 09-002-21-3770 Jan 21, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer - 07-001-21-3775 Jan 26, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
A 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 condens… - 00-001-21-3768 Jan 21, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Mazda 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 perf… - MT-002-20 Aug 3, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
New CARB regulation regarding mandatory checking and documenting of tire pressure whenever a vehicle is in for service work. This applies to all service shops (including Mazda dealerships) in California effective September 1, 2010. - 09-006-20-3673a Jul 20, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
When encountering a vehicle with paint damage, refer to the "Mazda Paint Warranty Guide" to determine cause, prevention, remedy, and warranty coverage (if applicable). - 09-003-20-3671 Jan 9, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 dealerâ™s responsibility to comply with Federa… - 00-003-19-3583 Mar 20, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
In 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. - 01-002-18-3417 Jan 30, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some vehicles may have a MIL illumination with DTC's P0441, P0442, P0455, or P0456 stored in memory. To determine the location of the evaporative system leak, follow the repair procedure below. P0441 - Evaporative emission control system incorrect purge flo… - 08-003-17-3345 Jul 26, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Mazda Motor Corporation is going to evaluate the following inflators to ensure the safety of the inflator with a desiccant. In order to do this, MNAO is collecting inflators for evaluation in certain zones. For 2003-2008 Mazda6 (including Mazdaspeed6) and 2… - SA-068-17 Sep 12, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
STOPPER PLATES FOR AIR BAG MODULE CONNECTORS HAVE BEEN ESTABLISHED AS NEW SERVICE PARTS. When removing the connector (1) to the air bag module (2), make sure to first lift the stopper plate (3) carefully using a flathead screwdriver (but do not remove it), … - SA-061-17 Jul 12, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
In an effort to achieve a higher level of Customer Experience and retain the value of Mazda's vehicles, MNAO Warranty Operations is© 2017 Mazda North American Operations, U.S.A. allowing all Mazda dealers to utilize a third party, SPECMO Enterprises, Inc., … - 17-04 Jun 21, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
A newly established short cord (P/N GAY2-67-SH0) has been released if a connector is broken when performing Recall 9416E. - 09-034-14-2956 Aug 15, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
IN 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 P… - 04-002-14-2879 Jan 21, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SOME CUSTOMERS MAY REPORT A SLIGHT CLUNK/BANG/BUZZ NOISE OR JOLT FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THIS CONCERN WILL MOST LIKELY OCCUR DURING THE VEHICLES FIRST FORWARD MOVEMENT AFTER STARTING THE ENGINE. THIS IS A NORMAL OPERATING NOISE OF THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE… - 09-028-12-2701B Oct 19, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
THE MULTI INFORMATION DISPLAY (MID) AND NAVIGATION SYSTEM SUPPORT FOR DIAGNOSTICS, PARTS AUTHORIZATION, AND PARTS EXCHANGE REQUIRE CONTACTING THE PROPER SOURCE. PLEASE CONTACT THE APPROPRIATE SOURCE BY REFERRING TO THE FOLLOWING TABLES. - SA327 Jul 28, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TAKATA RECALLS GENERAL INFORMATION PURPOSE: THIS PAGE WAS CREATED TO ASSIST WITH HANDLING TAKATA AIR BAG RECALLS. PROCESSES: PLEASE USE THESE PROCESS FLOWCHARTS TO PROPERLY HANDLE VEHICLES SUBJECT TO THE TAKATA AIR BAG RECALL. RECALL 8215F & 9416E PRELI… - 01-012-12 Apr 3, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
MAZDA: VARIABLE TIMING (VVT) NOISE AND/OR TIMING CHAIN NOISE. THE REPAIR PROCEDURE FLOWCHART, REPAIR PROCEDURE AND WARRANTY INFORMATION HAVE BEEN REVISED. ALSO INCLUDED MODEL MAZDASPEED3 MODEL YEAR 2010 *JS - SSP-87 Jan 1, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
MAZDA: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. DUE TO WEAR ON LOCK PIN HOLE IN VVT ROTOR OR BREAKAGE OF VVT CASE, LOUD TICKING NOISE (KNOCKING/RATTLE) IS HEARD, FROM TIMING COVER AND/OR VALVE (CYLINDER HEAD) COVER, WHEN ENGINE IS STARTED AFTER COLD … - SSP-86 Apr 1, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
MAZDA: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. DUE TO INSUFFICIENT CRANK CASE VENTILATION, HEAVY WHITE SMOKE APPEARS FROM EXHAUST PIPES, AFTER LONG IDLE PERIODS, RESULTING IN OIL LEAKAGE PAST EXHAUST TURGINE SHAFT SEAL. *PE UPDATED 5/14/12. … - SB-01-021-11 Jun 1, 2011 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
MAZDA: FUEL PUMP OR PRESSURE LINE PIPE INSTALLATION/REMOVAL INFORMATION. *RM - SB-01-018-11 Feb 23, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
MAZDA: THERE IS A RATTLE NOISE FROM THE ENGINE DUE TO A STRETCHED TIMING CHAIN. *RM UPDATED 4/18/2012. *KB - SB-01-002-11 Apr 21, 2011 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
MAZDA: WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS OR HAVING A LONG IDLE THERE IS WHITE/BLUE SMOKE FROM THE EXHAUST PIPE. THIS COULD BE CAUSED BY OIL PROBLEMS. *RM - SB-01-028-10 Feb 23, 2011 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
MAZDA: VARIABLE VALVE TIMING (VVT) NOISE WHEN STARTING ENGINE. WHEN ENGINE IS FIRST STARTED, SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A LOUD TICKING NOISE FROM THE VARIABLE VALVE TIMING (VVT) (A). THIS IS CAUSED BY THE LOCK PIN OF THE VARIABLE VALVE TIMING ACTUATOR NOT … - SB-01-023-10 Oct 15, 2010 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
MAZDA: DETERMINING EVAPORATIVE SYSTEM LEAK LOCATION FOR DTCS P0441, P0442, P0455, P0455. SOME VEHICLES MAY HAVE A MIL ILLUMINATION WITH DTCS STORED IN MEMORY. *PE UPDATED 4/18/11. *PE - REC-4907H Sep 28, 2009 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
MAZDA SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. AN EMISSION RECALL CAMPAIGNS ON CERTAIN VEHICLES TO ADDRESS A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATION CONCERN AND A MALFUNCTION WITH THE ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC ADAPTIVE FEEDBACK CONTROL SYST… - SB-01-007-09 Feb 11, 2009 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
MAZDA: VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CONCERN OF UNSTABLE IDLING OR, IN SOME RARE CASES, STALLING, JUST AFTER THE VEHICLE STOPS WITH NO DTCS DETECTED. PROBLEM IS DUE TO THE ACCUMULATION OF CARBON DEPOSITS INSIDE THE THROTTLE BODY CAUSING AIR FLOW TO DECREASE. … - 01-022/08 Apr 2, 2008 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ROUGH IDLE, LACK OF POWER, AND/OR MIL ON WITH DTC P2177/P2187 (FUEL SYSTEM LEAN). *NJ - 01-022-08 Mar 27, 2008 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ROUGH IDLE, LACK OF POWER, AND/OR MIL ON WITH DTC P2177/P2187 (FUEL SYSTEM LEAN). *NJ - 0102206 Sep 7, 2007 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
FRONT CRANKSHAFT BOLT SERVICE WARNING. *NJ - 09012007 Sep 1, 2007 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
MIL ILLUMINATION (DTC P2006) VOLUNTARY EMISSION RECALL CAMPAIGN 4807H AND OBD-II COMPLIANCE VOLUNTARY EMISSION RECALL CAMPAIGN 4907H. *NJ - 0500307 Apr 27, 2007 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CLUTCH PEDAL IS DIFFICULT TO OPERATE. *KB - 0101007 Mar 1, 2007 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
MIL COMES ON WITH DTC P2006 (VARIABLE SWIRL CONTROL SYSTEM SHUTTER VALVE STUCK CLOSED). *KB
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.