Complaints over time
Complaints about the 1997 Mazda MX-6 peaked in 2003, with 1 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 year
1997 Mazda MX-6
Sedan, gasoline, built in United States. Owner complaints on file from Dec 4, 2003 to May 25, 2007.
Recall campaigns covering this model year31.45M vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints2Below the median 1997 sedan
Severity index0.01997 sedans average 14.9
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Components
100% of complaints about the 1997 Mazda MX-6 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
3 recall campaigns cover the 1997 Mazda MX-6
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15V-674 | Oct 19, 2015 | In the affected vehicles, grease applied to the contact points inside the ignition switch may become conductive and overheat | Electrical system | 1,368,500 | Part replacement |
| 05E-065 | Oct 5, 2005 | Certain spx filtran fuel filters with a 45-degree angle inlet tube, model 800f350-s1, sold as replacement filters for 1993-1997 ford… | Fuel system | 42,962 | Refund or buyback |
| 98V-206-001 | Sep 8, 1998 | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles | Engine and cooling | 40,000 | Part replacement |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 1997 Mazda MX-6
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.
2 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed May 25, 2007Failure Feb 3, 2007124,900 milesOrangevale, CAAutomatic transmission
TRANSMISSION
NHTSA complaint 10191744 - Filed Dec 4, 2003Failure Dec 4, 200367,000 milesBellmawr, NJAutomatic transmission
WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE, AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DOESN'T SHIFT PROPERLY FROM THE SECOND GEAR TO OVER DRIVE. VEHICLE WILL NOT PASS 40 MPH. DEALER STATED THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AT OWNER EXPENSE OF $2800.00 DOLLARS. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *PH
NHTSA complaint 10050056
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
31 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.
- 0901216 Feb 26, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Paint damage Mazda pocket paint guide - 0900716 Feb 17, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Speedometer replacement procedure - 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. - 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 - 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… - 0400502 Oct 25, 2002 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
INADVERTENT DISABLING OF BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *TT - 01299 Aug 23, 1999 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SUBJECT REGARDING PAINT DAMAGE - IRON PARTICLES / INDUSTRIAL FALLOUT / ACID RAIN. *TT - 01599 May 21, 1999 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
INFORMATION REGARDING PISTON STANDARDIZATION FOR VEHICLES WITHIN CERTAIN VIN RANGES. *TT - 00598 Dec 31, 1998 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SUBJECT REGARDING MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT (MIL) ILLUMINATION W/DTC P0421. *YC - 00598 Nov 4, 1998 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
EXPERIENCEING A METALLIC TAPPING NOISE HEARD FROM THE RIGHT ( REAR ) CYLINDER HEAD EXHAUST CAM AREA. *YC - 01598 Dec 31, 1998 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SUBJECT REGARDING MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT (MIL) ILLUMINATION W/DTC P1407. *YC - 00298 Apr 8, 1998 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SUBJECT REGARDING MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT (MIL) ILLUMINATION WITH DTC ( S ) P0300 THROUGH P0306. *YC - 00198 Apr 15, 1998 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CONDITIONS WITH STEERING WHEEL SLIGHTLY OFF CENTER. *YC - 00598 Apr 22, 1998 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
INFORMATION REGARDING SEAT BELT EXTENDERS. *YC - 01598 Dec 23, 1998 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
A CONDITION WITH THE MIL ILLUMINATED WITH CODE P1407 STORED IN MEMORY. *TT - 01598 Dec 23, 1998 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CONCERNS REGARDING INTERMITTENT 4-3 DOWNSHIFT OR SHIFTS IN AND OUT OF OVERDRIVE. *YC - 00598 May 28, 1998 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT (MIL) ILLUMINATED WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0421 STORED. *YC - 97102300797 Oct 23, 1997 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
VEHICLE EXPERIENCING A OIL LEAK AT VALVE COVER. *YC - 97102302097 Oct 23, 1997 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
PRE-PAINTING PREPARATIONS FOR FRONT AND REAR BUMPERS. *YC - 97102300397 Oct 23, 1997 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SUBJECT PERTAINING TO MTX OVERHAUL INFORMATION. *YC - 004/97T Apr 25, 1997 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR AND TERMINAL REPLACEMENT PART AVAILABILITY. *TW - 007/97T Apr 25, 1997 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
PARTS REPLACEMENT AFTER AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT. *TW - 001/97G Apr 8, 1997 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
MAINTENANCE FREE BATTERY - DIAGNOSTIC AND CHARGING PROCEDURE. *TW - 008/97 May 19, 1997 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
USE OF A/C TRACER DYE. *TW - 003/97G Jan 19, 1997 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
WIPER MOTOR INOPERATIVE - CIRCUIT BREAKER ACTIVATION. *TW - 002/97M Feb 25, 1997 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CLUNK NOISE/VIBRATION DURING ACCELERATION ON LEFT TURNS. *TW - 001/97R Mar 10, 1997 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
STABILIZER BAR BUSHING REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE. *TW - 002/97K Mar 10, 1997 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0741 TORQUE CONVERTER - CLUTCH SYSTEM PERFORMANCE. *TW - 001/97 Mar 10, 1997 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TAPPING NOISE WHEN ENGINE IS COLD. *TW
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.