2008 Mazda Mazda6 Mazda Mazda6 2008

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2008 Mazda Mazda6 repairs by problem area

Engine (17%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (3%)

Brakes and Traction Control (10%)

Suspension and Steering (22%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (10%)

Other (12%)

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2008 Mazda Mazda6 electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (42%)

< $100 (58%)

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Chart based on 12 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Mazda Mazda6

Engine not specified

42000 mi

US $310
Different lights bulbs needed replacing. Headlight, Fog Light, Tail Lights. All ground connections needed tightening and loose connections by fuse panel for light fuse. 

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2008 Mazda Mazda6 4dr Sedan

156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

88145 mi

US $225
Freon only lasting 1 year. They evacuated and replaced Freon put dye to find any leaks. No leaks found. Replaced battery for 2nd time in 3 years 
85000 mi

US $274
Drivers window repair motor 
72000 mi Right headlight broke down 
50000 mi A/C cycled on/off rapidly when car at idle or accelerating. System was overcharged. Bled off excess refrigerant.  
72500 mi

US $30
Hid headlight bulbs were color shifting due to age and needed replacement. Bought replacement hid bulbs online and replaced myself. 
60000 mi

US $100
Refrigerant leaked out while car was left sitting for months. Added stop-leak and more refrigerant. 
111000 mi

US $60
Directional A/C actuator- part GK3J-61-A70 which was salvaged from a junkyard, as new parts are unavailable. This part directs air from defroster to foot-well and shoulder vents See this post for details https://www.mazda6club.com/threads/2008-mazda-6-manual-a-c-control-airflow-mode-actuator.446536/ 
114000 mi

US $322
Replaced high pressure hose that leaked at a clamp end. 
22000 mi Air Conditioner makes a buzzing noise when on, dealer said there was a recall and replaced part for free. Air Conditioner makes a buzzing noise when on, dealer said there was a recall and replaced part for free. 

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2008 Mazda Mazda6 4dr Sedan

156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD

164300 mi

A $95
electrical distributor 

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2008 Mazda Mazda6 4dr Hatch

156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

117000 mi

US $300
Repaired AC system leak be replacing a hose and O-ring. 

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2008 Mazda Mazda6 Electrical Problems

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