1993 Mazda 626 Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 1993 Mazda 626.

19921994
Complaints
202
Crashes
14
Fires
4
Injuries
11
Fatalities
—
Recalls
1

Worst 1993 Mazda 626 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#134 complaints

Automatic Transmission

Avg mileage:132,076 mi
#28 complaints

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine

Avg mileage:92,000 mi
#37 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:30,000 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1993 Mazda 626.

Automatic Transmission
34
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
132,076
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
92,000
Airbags
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
30,000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
7
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Frontal
6
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Manual Transmission
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
50,000
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structure:Body:Door
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tires:Tread/Belt
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Belts And Associated Pulleys
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Parking-Brake Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Axle Assembly
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tire Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical Faults
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Wiring & Fuses
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Other Equipment
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Equipment:Electrical:Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc.
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal:Switch
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Transmission / Drivetrain
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Clutch Assembly:Pedal/Hand Lever(Motorcycle)
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belt Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belts:Front:Retractor
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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Recalls for 1993 Mazda 626

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~1,368,500 vehicles.

15V674000Electrical System:ignition:switch
~1,368,500 affected

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.

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1993 Mazda 626 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 1993 Mazda 626 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 1993 Mazda 626 has 202 NHTSA complaints, 14 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Automatic Transmission with 34 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1993 Mazda 626?
Top reported problems: Automatic Transmission (34 complaints, avg 132,076 mi); Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine (8 complaints, avg 92,000 mi); Airbags (7 complaints, avg 30,000 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 1993 Mazda 626?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 105,307 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1993 Mazda 626?
NHTSA complaints for the 1993 Mazda 626 include 14 crash-related reports, 4 fire reports, 11 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 1993 Mazda 626 have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 1,368,500 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 1993 Mazda 626?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Mazda 626 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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