Worst 2016 Mazda Mazda6 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical Faults
Brakes
Transmission / Drivetrain
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2016 Mazda Mazda6.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 10 | 1 | — | 59,950 mi | |
| Brakes | 10 | 2 | — | 50,129 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 9 | — | — | 15,092 mi | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 8 | — | — | 45,395 mi | |
| Airbags | 6 | 3 | — | 45,835 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 6 | — | — | 29,606 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 6 | 3 | — | 42,992 mi | |
| Body Structure | 5 | 2 | — | 19,133 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 5 | — | — | 33,535 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 5 | 2 | — | 40,871 mi | |
| Wheel Issues | 5 | 1 | — | 18,475 mi | |
| Fuel System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Sensor:Occupant Classification | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition:Anti-Theft:Control Module | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seats:Front Assembly:Seat Heater/Cooler | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tires:Bead | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Vehicle Speed Control:Cruise Control | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2016 Mazda Mazda6
1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~51,943 vehicles.
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016 Mazda6 vehicles. Debris from the welding process during manufacturing of the front passenger seat frame may damage the occupant classification system (OCS) wiring.
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2016 Mazda Mazda6 — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2016 Mazda Mazda6 reliable?
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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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