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 suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (31%)

$100 - $499 (31%)

< $100 (38%)

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Chart based on 13 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Mazda Mazda6 4dr Sedan

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

57000 mi

US $99
Driver's side rear wheel bearing was making loud thumping/humming noise. Verified by dealer. Replaced myself.  Passenger's side rear wheel bearing started making same noise soon after. Also replaced myself. 
93000 mi

US $85
Rear drivers side wheel bearing began making very loud humming vibration noise on 650 mile trip. Bought replacement wheel hub assembly with wheel bearing from autozone for $85 and replaced myself. No more vibration humming. 
115000 mi

US $250
Power steering pump failed and needed to be replaced. 
148000 mi

US $767
Front struts were replaced while diagnosing noise from steering column/front end. 
89000 mi

US $850
Replaced struts and shocks 
95200 mi

US $410
Replaced front right wheel bearing 

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2008 Mazda Mazda6 4dr Sedan

156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD

66000 mi

US $140
CV Joint was leaking, and replaced. Power steering hose was leaking 
112300 mi

US $600
Front left wheel bearing needed 
150000 mi

US $70
Wheel bearing 

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2008 Mazda Mazda6 4dr Hatch

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

117000 mi

US $300
Replaced right rear wheel bearing 
119000 mi

US $850
Sway bar links, front lower control arms replaced. 

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2008 Mazda Mazda6 Suspension Problems

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