Complaints
235
Crashes
12
Fires
5
Injuries
13
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 2001 Mazda 626 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#1126 complaints
Automatic Transmission
Avg mileage:80,498 mi
#28 complaints
Air Bags:Frontal
Avg mileage:31,298 mi
Crash-related:8
#37 complaints
Engine & Cooling
Avg mileage:31,133 mi
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2001 Mazda 626.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic Transmission | 126 | — | — | 80,498 mi | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 8 | 8 | — | 31,298 mi | |
| Engine & Cooling | 7 | — | — | 31,133 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 7 | — | — | 67,875 mi | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Catalytic Convertor | 5 | — | — | 80,565 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 4 | — | 2 | — | |
| Other Equipment | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Airbags | 3 | 2 | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Radiator Assembly | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 3 | — | 2 | — | |
| Tire Defects | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Electrical | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Cooling Unit And Lines | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Torque Converter | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Axle Assembly | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Brakes | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery:Cables | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition:Switch | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Engine Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Electrical:Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc. | 1 | — | — | — |
Automatic Transmission
126
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
80,498
Air Bags:Frontal
8
complaints
Crashes
8
Fires
—
Avg Miles
31,298
Engine & Cooling
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
31,133
Transmission / Drivetrain
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
67,875
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Catalytic Convertor
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
80,565
Electrical Faults
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
2
Avg Miles
—
Other Equipment
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
3
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Radiator Assembly
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
2
Avg Miles
—
Tire Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Equipment:Electrical
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm)
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Cooling Unit And Lines
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Torque Converter
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Axle Assembly
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belt Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery:Cables
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition:Switch
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Engine Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve)
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Equipment:Electrical:Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc.
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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2001 Mazda 626 — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2001 Mazda 626 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2001 Mazda 626 has 235 NHTSA complaints, 12 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Automatic Transmission with 126 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2001 Mazda 626?
Top reported problems: Automatic Transmission (126 complaints, avg 80,498 mi); Air Bags:Frontal (8 complaints, avg 31,298 mi); Engine & Cooling (7 complaints, avg 31,133 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 2001 Mazda 626?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 75,092 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2001 Mazda 626?
NHTSA complaints for the 2001 Mazda 626 include 12 crash-related reports, 5 fire reports, 13 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 2001 Mazda 626 have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2001 Mazda 626 as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2001 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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