2015 Mazda Mazda6 Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2015 Mazda Mazda6.

20142016
Complaints
78
Crashes
11
Fires
0
Injuries
4
Fatalities
Recalls
3

Worst 2015 Mazda Mazda6 Problems

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

#115 complaints

Brakes

Avg mileage:28,755 mi
Crash-related:3
#28 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:30,557 mi
Crash-related:1
#37 complaints

Wipers & Visibility

Avg mileage:12,318 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2015 Mazda Mazda6.

Brakes
15
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
28,755
Transmission / Drivetrain
8
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
30,557
Wipers & Visibility
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
12,318
Airbags
6
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
40,500
Electrical Faults
6
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
27,170
Body Structure
5
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
9,328
Engine Problems
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Parking-Brake Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belts:Front:Retractor
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Frame And Members:Underbody Shields
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2015 Mazda Mazda6

3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~333,225 vehicles.

17V393000Parking Brake
~227,814 affected

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Mazda6 and 2014-2016 Mazda3 vehicles. Water could possibly enter the brake caliper causing the parking brake actuator shaft to corrode and possibly bind.

14V675000Tires:pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
~99,711 affected

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Mazda6 vehicles manufactured October 25, 2012, to October 10, 2014. If the pressures of four of the tires on an affected vehicle gradually drop at the same time, the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) may not warn the driver of the drop in pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring System."

14V173000Electrical System:alternator/generator/regulator
~5,700 affected

Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2014 Mazda3 vehicles manufactured June 12, 2013, through December 18, 2013, and model year 2014-2015 Mazda6 vehicles manufactured May 20, 2013, through December 4, 2013, and both equipped with a 2.5L engine and a regenerative engine braking system. When driving the affected vehicles in heavy rain or in deep puddles, the alternator belt may slip causing the Power Control module (PCM) to incorrectly assume failure of the charging system.

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2015 Mazda Mazda6 — FAQ

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

Is the 2015 Mazda Mazda6 reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2015 Mazda Mazda6 has 78 NHTSA complaints, 11 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Brakes with 15 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2015 Mazda Mazda6?
Top reported problems: Brakes (15 complaints, avg 28,755 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (8 complaints, avg 30,557 mi); Wipers & Visibility (7 complaints, avg 12,318 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 2015 Mazda Mazda6?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 25,844 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2015 Mazda Mazda6?
NHTSA complaints for the 2015 Mazda Mazda6 include 11 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 4 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 2015 Mazda Mazda6 have any recalls?
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 333,225 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 2015 Mazda Mazda6?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

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

Wider context: See the full Mazda Mazda6 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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