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2017 Mazda Mazda6 repairs by problem area

Engine (6%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (11%)

Suspension and Steering (6%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (61%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)

Other (11%)

Chart based on 18 repairs.
See TSBs and recalls for the 2017 Mazda Mazda6.

2017 Mazda Mazda6 repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (18%)

< $100 (82%)

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Chart based on 17 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2017 Mazda Mazda6 4dr Wagon

162-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

Mazda Mazda6 in Netherlands
Nov 2017 - Jul 2022
Dec 2017

1860 mi
Leaving home lights did not work reliably. Fixed by dashboard firmware update. Seat would not recline. Lubrication fixed it. Factory probably did not lubricate enough. 
Mar 2018

4340 mi
Navigation failed once and told me I did not have a license. Also USB did not work. System started working after that. Nevertheless took the car to the garage and they suspected it was a firmware issue so they updated the firmware. Problem has not returned since. It also seems that the car runs more quiet now. Weird that the dealer where I got the car did not update all firmware before I picked it up. 
Jul 2022

54560 mi
right hand mirror sometimes did not extend fully 

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2017 Mazda Mazda6 4dr Sedan

184-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Mazda Mazda6 in Oregon, United States
Jul 2017 - Jan 2020
Jul 2018

8000 mi
Updated audio software to fix a random reboot and slow operation. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Chile
May 2017 - Jun 2022
Apr 2018

12400 mi
Left electric folded mirror failed. Stuck in the middle. Mirror base replaced under warranty. 
Mazda Mazda6 in British Columbia, Canada
Nov 2017 - Jun 2022
May 2018

3100 mi
abs light came on. Dealer says this system is `sensitive` and just needed a cleaning, the reset button did not turn it off 
Mazda Mazda6 in Ohio, United States
Jul 2017 - Apr 2018
Mar 2018

3050 mi

US $250
hit curb hard avoiding car who ran red light. told car needed new bumber, alignment, rights side wheels and paint. picked up car, had to take back, they replaced right front hub and bearings, had to take back again, replaced right rear hub and bearings, had to take back again, they admitted the right front wheel was defective and not round, can still hear humming from front end at low speeds, the shop says they cannot hear it. Hard to trust them. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Virginia, United States
Mar 2018 - Feb 2019
Oct 2018

40000 mi
Navigation panel home button (middle, hard button) would not depress. 
Nov 2018

46000 mi
Cabin blower motor intermittently stopped working (weak air flow). However, may have been caused by badly clogged cabin air filter (never replaced from OEM stock). 
Mazda Mazda6 in Ohio, United States
Feb 2017 - Jun 2017
May 2017

2000 mi
Right side instrument pod very difficult to read in daylight. No way to make it brighter. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Ontario, Canada
Oct 2017 - Jan 2022
Nov 2019

10540 mi
Driver heated seat stopped working. Dealer replaced heater element in drivers seat under warranty. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Vermont, United States
Jul 2017 - Jun 2021
Apr 2018

6180 mi
one-click window function needed reprogramming after dead battery 

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2017 Mazda Mazda6 4dr Sedan

184-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD

Mazda Mazda6 in Michigan, United States
Dec 2017 - Mar 2018
Jan 2018

5000 mi
Rattle was coming from touch screen display at base. Foam was inserted behind unit to get rid of rattle. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Wisconsin, United States
Aug 2017 - Jan 2022
Jan 2022

66000 mi

US $400
The infotainment system frequently resets itself when outside temperatures are 20f or lower. This continues until the car has warmed up for about 20-25 minutes. Repair costs based upon replacing infotainment system myself. Dealer cost to do the work is higher. 
Mazda Mazda6 in New York, United States
Feb 2018 - Feb 2022
Jun 2018

9000 mi
Replaced front camera due to error 
Mazda Mazda6 in Virginia, United States
Dec 2017 - Jun 2022
Jan 2021

23646 mi

US $210
machined front rotors to eliminate brake pulsation 

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2017 Mazda Mazda6 4dr Sedan

Mazda Mazda6 in Denmark
Jan 2017 - Dec 2017
Nov 2017

11160 mi
Electronic valves control needed adjustment 

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2016 Mazda Mazda6 4dr Wagon

189-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Mazda Mazda6 in Victoria, Australia
May 2016 - Jan 2017
Jan 2017

2480 mi
regularly malfunctioning MZD infotainment system, takes far too long to load, restarts, and vice activation is very inconsistent Was told after 5 days that system does not work with >32gb of music. This was not disclosed before purchase. 

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2016 Mazda Mazda6 4dr Sedan

184-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Mazda Mazda6 in New York, United States
Mar 2016 - Feb 2019
Jul 2016

7000 mi
Drivers seat (manual) height adjustment compromised from date of delivery. Would not adjust up with weight on seat... dealer, warranty replaced broken part(s). Successful repair, zero cost, two days downtime, loaner provided. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Texas, United States
Apr 2016 - Jun 2022
Nov 2016

10600 mi
Passenger door lock squeaked Rattle present in both front doors that was heard when driving 65+ mph. 
Dec 2017

29000 mi
Oil filter panel became loose and fell off 
Mazda Mazda6 in Ohio, United States
Mar 2015 - Mar 2018
Jul 2017

47000 mi

US $150
Replaced rear shock 
Mazda Mazda6 in California, United States
Jun 2016 - Jun 2018
Dec 2017

6500 mi

US $20
Seat belt Harness was inspected and repaired 
Mazda Mazda6 in Florida, United States
Oct 2015 - Jan 2022
Jan 2017

15500 mi
The clock (part of the "infotainment system)stopped working...It resets to aroun 6:20 AM every time I start the car regardless of how long I drive. The dealer tried updating software but determined a controller is bad for infotainment systm 
Mazda Mazda6 in Massachusetts, United States
Apr 2017 - Dec 2017
Feb 2017

20000 mi
A noise coming from the AC ventilator. It was not there before, just popped up. Since it is not so much disturbing, I decided to stay with it. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Massachusetts, United States
May 2015 - Mar 2023
Oct 2015

9000 mi
Dome light bulb in passenger compartment failed. Dealer replaced free of charge, said it was unusual to have a failure this early. Also, tire rotation, oil and filter change. 
Jul 2021

142000 mi

US $700
Replace front rotors due to warping and wear. 
Dec 2021

156000 mi

US $440
Check engine light was thrown. When inspected coolant was very low and car was not producing heat in the Passenger compartment. Mechanic noted that it might be due to TSB 07-007/17. Restored coolant and ran for while, but noted that coolant was going into the heater unit hot and coming back at a much lower temp. Said they're usually a similar temp. He recommended doing a total coolant flush and to monitor the cabin heat in the meantime. Replaced Drive belt and water pump belts. Mechanic noted wear during work on cooling system. Replaced sparkplugs. 
May 2022

165000 mi

US $225
Rear passenger seatbelt was not working. Dealer found something "sticky and hard" wedged in, likely some kind of candy. Removed and cleaned out, functional again. No charge. 
Dec 2022

177000 mi

US $1200
Gasket head cover replaced. Right lower control arm replaced. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Texas, United States
Feb 2015 - Jan 2022
Jul 2015

2300 mi
Clock will not keep time. Random time when car started, then often won't advance. Dealer initially thought I set it wrong. Reflash failed to fix. Offering to replace audio system, but decided not to for now. Hope future software update will fix. 
Sep 2016

10000 mi
Trip was to finally have the clock on the center navigation/comm/entertainment display repaired. Had gone through 2 previous service reps trying to get this problem, which was reported in April 2015 addressed. Clock would not advance. 
Oct 2017

13000 mi

US $281
Rear passenger window glass spontaneosly shattered due to no apparent cause. Had to have the window glass replaced. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Washington, United States
Jul 2016 - Jun 2018
Apr 2018

28400 mi
The clearcoat/paint on all 4 wheels was starting to flake off. This apparently is a common problem with the Grand Touring model with wheels sourced from one of Mazda's suppliers. The dealer replaced all 4 wheels free of charge with no hassle. 
Mazda Mazda6 in North Carolina, United States
Apr 2015 - Sep 2017
Jan 2016 On GT models with the dark gray wheels, the coating on the wheels is peeling. Dealer inspected for damaged and determined it was a defect. Dealer sent wheel serial IDs to Mazda. Waiting on approval for new wheels. 
Jul 2016

10000 mi
Clearcoat finish on all four wheels was peeling 
Mazda Mazda6 in Virginia, United States
May 2015 - Aug 2016
Mar 2016

7000 mi
clear coat failing on all four wheels 
Jun 2016

12000 mi
clear coat on wheels failing, Mazda discontinued wheels, dealer had wheels prof. refinished. Mazda tried to get us to take silver wheels, ours from factory were black. 
Jul 2016

12000 mi
Mazda discontinued the real dark wheels that came on the early 2016 6s. So the dealer had a silver set painted black for us. 
Mazda Mazda6 in California, United States
Jun 2015 - Sep 2018
Jul 2016

13000 mi
GPS Antenna not sending signal to Nav 
Jun 2017

24000 mi
A/C Compressor replaced due to failure. 
Mazda Mazda6 in New York, United States
Nov 2015 - Jun 2018
Dec 2016

11000 mi
GPS lost signal. Software update corrected it. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Virginia, United States
May 2017 - Feb 2022
Oct 2017

18000 mi

US $660
Rotor needed to be replaced. 
Dec 2021

49000 mi

US $2100
Oil pan gasket leak 
Mazda Mazda6 in Manitoba, Canada
Oct 2020 - Jun 2022
Jan 2022

55800 mi
Heater & Signals stopped working. Disconnected battery & reconnected after 15 minutes. Everything went back to normal. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Maryland, United States
Aug 2015 - Jun 2022
Nov 2019

45000 mi

US $45
Pads for front and rear were replaced. Rotors were OK and will be changed on next brake job. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Nova Scotia, Canada
Sep 2016 - Jun 2022
Jan 2022

42197 mi

C $2265
Broken drive belt replaced Replace front and rear brake pads and rotors. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Florida, United States
Jun 2016 - Jun 2021
Jun 2021

108893 mi

US $3500
Number 2 Piston Rod bearing spun and disintegrated. Catastrophic failure. Repair attempted. Traded in January 2022. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Ontario, Canada
Jan 2021 - Jun 2022
Sep 2021

62620 mi

C $1000
Front struts and rear shocks replaced 
Apr 2022

63674 mi

C $200
Excessive noise and hydraulic fluid leaking from serpentine belt automatic tensioner. R & R serpentine belt; belt tensioner, and water pump belt. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Texas, United States
Jan 2020 - Jan 2022
Feb 2020

48000 mi
TRANSMISSION FAILED IT WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY 
Mazda Mazda6 in Indiana, United States
Aug 2016 - Nov 2021
Jul 2018

29000 mi
Noticed a flat tone when driving with windows down above 25 mph. Dealer diagnosed a bad left front wheel bearing. Replaced under warranty. Noise gone. 
Aug 2021

55000 mi

US $150
Transmission would violently downshift when passing on the highway. Dealer reflashed the pcm which resolved the issue. Drives great! 
Mazda Mazda6 in New York, United States
May 2015 - Jun 2022
May 2021

68000 mi

US $900
leak in timing chain housing 
Jul 2021

70000 mi

US $850
oil pan seal replaced due to oil leak 
Oct 2021

72000 mi

US $750
dealer replaced infotainment system computer 
Mazda Mazda6 in Alabama, United States
Jun 2016 - Jul 2018
May 2018

21000 mi

US $60
Oil change. No problem while motor was hot but when parked leaked. Took to another dealer and they said oil drain plug loose. It was tightened but leak continued. Contacted Mazda NA Service Rep because dealer said they'd have to charge to replace oil (car is still 1 year and 12K in warranty). The Mazda Rep contacted dealer and basically told them to fix the problem under warranty. Super nice and customer oriented at the National Level. Problem turned out to be a crimped oil drain washer (it has a lip on the inner ring which was crushed on one side). This allowed the oil to leak when engine was cold but as the motor heated up it expanded the crimp on the metal washer so it did not leak when hot. Very displeased with the 2 dealers on their response to me about the issue. One dealer in Alabama and one in Texas. 
Mazda Mazda6 in California, United States
Sep 2016 - Jul 2018
Jun 2018

21000 mi
Clear coat peeling from wheels; all 4 wheels replaced. 

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2016 Mazda Mazda6 4dr Sedan

184-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD

Mazda Mazda6 in Wisconsin, United States
Apr 2016 - Nov 2018
Aug 2018

37000 mi

US $98
Brake pedal pulsation due to front rotor thickness variation. Replaced front rotors and pads. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Iowa, United States
Dec 2015 - Mar 2020
Apr 2018

35500 mi
radio kept freezing up. Took in for the radio to be reflashed. Installed latest version of MazdaConnect. 
Mazda Mazda6 in New Jersey, United States
Oct 2016 - Jan 2022
Dec 2021

54000 mi

US $120
the belt tensioner started leaking. There is a redesigned OEM replacement part that is supposed to fix this premature failure issue which I purchased (there is a TSB for this problem up to MY 2016 I believe). I replaced the accessory serpentine and "stretchy" water pump belts as well for maintenance. 
Mazda Mazda6 in California, United States
Jan 2017 - Feb 2019
Jan 2018

12000 mi
Both rear door locks failed 
Mazda Mazda6 in Arizona, United States
Jul 2016 - Jun 2018
May 2017

19000 mi

US $125
Battery completely dead (0.75VDC) with less than 10 days of being parked/no running. 
Aug 2017

33000 mi

US $200
All 4 rotors warped. Cannot wait to get rid of this POS. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Georgia, United States
Sep 2016 - Oct 2019
Jan 2017 Transmission loose/floppy when shifting into fourth gear sometimes. Also occasionally (lightly) grinds into that gear. Dealer reproduced first issue, but not second. Claimed (incorrectly) it was not an issue. No work was done. 
Feb 2017

8000 mi
Accelerator was slightly loose and shifting from side to side when depressed. Dealer replaced under warranty. 
Nov 2017

14450 mi
Excessive vibration in steering wheel and cabin at highway speeds due to road force imbalance in tires. Dealer performed road force balance, issue largely resolved. Stated issue was due to tire construction and will only be fully resolved when tires are replaced. 

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2016 Mazda Mazda6 4dr Sedan

143-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Mazda Mazda6 in Great Britain
Feb 2016 - Jun 2022
Feb 2018

17000 mi
One of the rear seats has failed to latch back in the upright position since new and is still not doing this 100 percent of the time despite 3 trips to the dealer and replacement parts 

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2015 Mazda Mazda6 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 148hp 2.2L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD

Mazda Mazda6 in Great Britain
Apr 2016 - Jun 2022
Dec 2016

28000 mi
Crank big-end bearing seizure due to oil problems (presumed). Evidence of lack of lube to camshaft journals. Full engine replacement under warranty. Update - Seems Mazda produced a batch of diesel engines 2013/14 with a factory assembly defect. Six yrs on, vehicle is now approaching 100K miles with a record of zero subsequent faults. 

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2015 Mazda Mazda6 4dr Sedan

184-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Mazda Mazda6 in Virginia, United States
May 2015 - May 2018
Dec 2015

5000 mi
TPMS recall, warning light kept illuminating despite normal tire pressures. Navigation software update, could not save destinations. If attempted, would get file saving error. 
Jun 2016

9000 mi
defective wheel finish. finish flaking and peeling. four wheels replaced under warranty 
Mazda Mazda6 in Indiana, United States
Oct 2015 - Dec 2017
Dec 2015

40000 mi
FOUND INTERMITTENT INTERNAL FAILURE OF BRAKE SWITCH. BRAKE SWITCH WAS REPLACED. 
Dec 2017

69000 mi

US $120
Battery would no longer hold a charge, had to replace. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Florida, United States
May 2015 - Jun 2017
Mar 2016

23000 mi
Sunroof could not be opened 
Mazda Mazda6 in California, United States
Jun 2015 - Sep 2015
Sep 2015

5000 mi
Bluetooth module replaced to resolved USB playback issues. This was done in accordance to service bulletin. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Florida, United States
Jan 2015 - Mar 2015
Feb 2015

3300 mi
TPMS warning light. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Georgia, United States
Feb 2015 - Sep 2017
Jun 2015

2000 mi
Bluetooth module replacement per Mazda TSB. Bluetooth still takes too long to reload, up to 5 minutes, and that's after having previously connected. Always wants to re-download from the phone (iPhone 6). Very frustrating. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Minnesota, United States
Jan 2015 - Jun 2022
Jun 2016

15000 mi
Suspension noise - mechanic unable to fix problem. 
Nov 2017

31000 mi
Failed rear passenger door lock actuator. Dealer replaced faulty unit under warranty. 
Mar 2018

35000 mi
Recall for parking brake where it may not fully release 
Mazda Mazda6 in Colorado, United States
Dec 2016 - Jun 2018
Mar 2017

36000 mi
Rotors were warped. They were turned .5mm to correct the issue Loose chrome trim over the passenger side tail lamp. Replaced Bluetooth module to correct USB drive read issues. Per Mazda TSB. 
Feb 2018

44000 mi

US $280
Accessory drive belts snapped and were replaced 
Mazda Mazda6 in Texas, United States
Mar 2015 - Jun 2018
Nov 2015

11900 mi
Replaced Bluetooth module to address USB device playback issues. At first dealership would not acknowledge TSB SB09-008-15. Had to work through Mazda Handsfree, infotainment.mazdahandsfree.com. Call them and get case number first. 
Mazda Mazda6 in New York, United States
Jan 2023 - Mar 2024
Aug 2023

58000 mi

US $300
At an oil change, the dealer found a broken spring in the left rear suspension. I must've hit one of the many potholes in my area :( and broken it. I looked a long time to get a good quality spring that was less expensive than the dealer. Finally found one manufactured in Sweden (!). Had a good shop install the spring. All good. 
Mar 2024

63000 mi

US $750
I thought my tires were especially noisy. Turns out the front left wheel bearing was in really terrible shape and the speed sensor was shot. Both were replaced. Labor was expensive as it is everywhere. Front left wheel bearing went bad. This is the same side as a broken rear suspension spring which makes me feel it’s possible an encounter with a big pothole may have hastened these parts demise. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Alberta, Canada
Mar 2014 - Nov 2021
Sep 2021

33480 mi

C $400
Brake pads made click noise. Repair work was done 
Mazda Mazda6 in California, United States
Nov 2014 - Jan 2022
Jan 2022

64000 mi
Replace brake pads 
Mazda Mazda6 in North Carolina, United States
Nov 2014 - Jun 2018
Dec 2016

23000 mi

US $300
Bluetooth unit failure - unit ordered but has not arrived 
Nov 2017

35000 mi
Bluetooth unit failure Clearcoat flaking off wheels Recall on parking brake 
Mazda Mazda6 in Wisconsin, United States
Oct 2014 - Nov 2021
Aug 2018

33000 mi
One wheel replaced due to peeling clear coat on the finish. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Quebec, Canada
Oct 2017 - Jun 2022
May 2018

44020 mi
Parking brake replaced as per recall 
Mazda Mazda6 in Pennsylvania, United States
Aug 2017 - Jun 2022
Oct 2017

31300 mi
Recall repair 
Mazda Mazda6 in New York, United States
Dec 2015 - Nov 2019
Mar 2018

40000 mi
Recall work on rear Calipers. Replaced with no cost. This car has been trouble free. 
Mazda Mazda6 in California, United States
May 2017 - Jan 2022
Mar 2018

42000 mi

US $92
Battery would not maintain a charge and was replaced. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Texas, United States
Feb 2015 - Jun 2018
Mar 2017

32000 mi
Around 32,300 miles, while driving on freeway at 50MPH, car bucked and stopped shifting. Switching to manual mode showed only the letter M, but no number. Stopped at a lot, turned it off and on, manual mode was working again. Drove for a second and the check engine light, AT light and traction control light came on. Dealer repaired issue (reflashed ECUADOR and replaced transmission pressure sensors) under warranty. 
May 2017

35000 mi
Creaking/crunching noise from front when driving over bumps has become more pervasive from after my first 10k miles. A replacement was done at the front relating to the bushing. Sound is gone. 
Mazda Mazda6 in California, United States
Feb 2015 - Jul 2016
Mar 2015

1000 mi
Bluetooth module replaced under warranty. TSB was issued on the part after repeated connectivity issues through bluetooth and USB port. 
Nov 2015

13600 mi
Dash rattle behind glove compartment fixed under TSB. 
Feb 2016

17300 mi
Car slipped out of gear on freeway and threw a code. Dealer diagnosed as bad code, repaired with re-flash. TSB had been issued on the problem. 
Mazda Mazda6 in North Carolina, United States
Jun 2014 - Oct 2021
Mar 2015

7000 mi
Replaced transmission pressure control solenoid under warranty 
Sep 2016

33000 mi
Blind spot monitor was replaced under warranty 
Mar 2018

51000 mi
Recall to replace brake pads that could get water in them 
Mazda Mazda6 in Texas, United States
Jul 2014 - Jan 2022
Nov 2016

30700 mi
tsb 09-036/14 related to excessive road noise. replaced window molding and weather stripping. loose and squeaking drivers seat required seat track replacement. 
Nov 2021

80000 mi

US $200
replaced rotors and pads front brakes 
Mazda Mazda6 in Delaware, United States
Jul 2014 - Jun 2018
Feb 2016

15000 mi
Tom Tom nav system would intermittently lose signal - probably 20% of the time. 
Aug 2017

36000 mi
Coating/finish was peeling off wheels - car was barely out of warranty when I noticed it. Dealer was to follow up with Mazda for 'good will' warranty. Mazda said they would not replace the wheels - maybe would assist with the cost of refinishing. Dealer was supposed to follow up to find out what the cost split would be. Never heard back. 
Mazda Mazda6 in District of Columbia, United States
Jul 2014 - Oct 2016
Jan 2016 tire pressure monitoring system refused to reset - software fix was required. TSB. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Florida, United States
Aug 2014 - Jul 2018
Sep 2016

26000 mi
Leather seam separation on drivers seat. Dealer replaced leather cover Recall for drivers door seal -- some wind noise 
Jun 2017

32000 mi
Low battery Brake noise, feedback in pedal, and groaning sound. 
Jul 2018

40000 mi
Recall on brake system 
Mazda Mazda6 in Ohio, United States
Nov 2014 - Jun 2022
Apr 2015

2700 mi
Moonroof seal ripped 
Sep 2015

7000 mi
seal on sunroof torn 

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2015 Mazda Mazda6 4dr Sedan

184-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD

Mazda Mazda6 in Texas, United States
Dec 2014 - Jun 2022
Feb 2021

84000 mi

US $3700
Belt tensioner and valve cover gasket Front lower control arms replacement 
Mazda Mazda6 in Tennessee, United States
Sep 2014 - Jan 2022
Dec 2017

39000 mi

US $540
Tires 
Aug 2021

75000 mi

US $100
Spark plugs 
Mazda Mazda6 in Kansas, United States
Mar 2018 - Feb 2022
Feb 2022

90000 mi

US $250
Serpentine belt failure while driving on highway. Towed to shop by triple A, Belt replaced. Due to serpentine belt failure while driving, battery ran down until car died/became undrivable. Triple A towed to shop, car sat overnight in below freezing temperatures with dead battery. Battery would not maintain full charge once belt was replaced and car running. Battery replaced. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Pennsylvania, United States
Mar 2014 - Jun 2015
Jul 2014

9000 mi
Steering wheel leather was peeling/cracking, presenting the appearance of dry rot. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Arizona, United States
Aug 2014 - Sep 2015
Sep 2015

15000 mi
Transmission grinds. Fluid changed and full. No fix bad transmission. 
Mazda Mazda6 in California, United States
May 2015 - Aug 2022
Mar 2017

42000 mi

US $500
Bluetooth module failure. Was out of warranty by just 5000 miles, but dealer would not accomodate repair. This was a TSB identified failure. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Kentucky, United States
Aug 2014 - Jun 2018
Oct 2014

1500 mi
Dome lights were non-functioning from the factory. Dealer connected the wiring and everything worked properly. 
Dec 2015

19000 mi
TSB on the bluetooth module in the infotainment system. Was swapped in less than 30 minutes. 
Jun 2016

27000 mi
There was a service bulletin for the door gasket - was replaced at my normal service appointment. 
Mazda Mazda6 in New York, United States
Apr 2014 - Jan 2018
Mar 2016

50000 mi
Front center console lid hinge pin reset under TSB 
Dec 2016

68000 mi

US $500
3rd and 6th gear "broke" on 6mt transmission. Disappointing repair to have at 68k, but Mazda covered most of the cost of the repair. Good customer service. 
Oct 2017

86000 mi
6MT Transmission broke again. This time it was the secondary shaft. Dealer has been great and Mazda has covered all but $300 of repair , but the car has been in the shop for three weeks and having a transmission literally break twice in less than 12 months is disappointing to say the least. It may be time to trade this in for a different brand. Recall for rear brakes. A seal leaked and caused corrosion inside the caliper which can result in brakes seizing. They had previously seized due to the defect. Replaced rear calipers. 

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2015 Mazda Mazda6 4dr Sedan

162-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

Mazda Mazda6 in Great Britain
Aug 2015 - Sep 2017
Oct 2015

1200 mi
LED Headlight beam pattern entirely wrong, awaiting diagnosis and rectification from Mazda UK. Ongoing; unsolved at the time of writing. May be faulty LEDs'? Headlights replaced, now working correctly with proper beam pattern. 
Sep 2016

8000 mi
Historic rattle at certain vibrations when the audio volume is high -- resolved by replacing 1 front door speaker. Central locking motor in front doors continues operating after doors are locked/unlocked. Ongoing issue dealer unable to replicate, part ordered as a potential fix. 
Dec 2016

10000 mi
Part replaced on spec to see if it would cure a previous issue with the central locking. Central locking appears to be working normally. Alloy wheels replaced as lacquer coat was failing, manufacturing defect replaced under warranty. 
Mar 2017

13000 mi
Air Con condenser (evaporator) had a hairline crack, replaced and system re-gassed. 
May 2017

15000 mi
USB memory stick loaded with music files would not load properly; software update and download to resolve. 

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2014 Mazda Mazda6 4dr Sedan

184-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Mazda Mazda6 in Pennsylvania, United States
Nov 2013 - Aug 2014
Jan 2014 Tire pressure warning wouldn't go away even though tires pressures were fine. It turns out the warning had to do with a reminder to check the tire pressures and not a low tire pressure. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Maryland, United States
Jul 2013 - Feb 2015
Sep 2014

12000 mi
engine replaced after unsuccessful repair attempts 
Mazda Mazda6 in Michigan, United States
Dec 2013 - Sep 2014
Feb 2014

22900 mi
NAV will lock up and report that it is searching for sat signal. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Nebraska, United States
Sep 2013 - Sep 2014
Aug 2014

12000 mi
Dashboard has become a rattle trap. Center area behine radio and climate control area along with behind the instrument panel. Metal on metal rattle sound when driving on rough roads. Dealership has been unsuccessful in fixing the problem. Driver door lock actuator making groaning noise when driver door is locked. 
Sep 2014

12000 mi
Dashboard rattle unresolved Passenger door lock started groaning after the driver side was fixed. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Iowa, United States
Nov 2013 - Jul 2019
Apr 2015

13300 mi
Water vapor condensing in taillight 
Jun 2015

15000 mi
Water vapor condensing in other taillight (section on trunklid) 
Aug 2015

16700 mi
Trim above passenger taillight was loose. Rear passenger side weatherstrip was tearing off the door. Replaced with new weatherstrip and fasteners replaced on both rear doors. 
Sep 2015

18000 mi
Water vapor condensing in driver's side taillight section on trunk lid again. Replaced "left gasket" and "lamp protector". 
May 2017

34500 mi

US $10
"Permanently fixed" left taillight leaking into lens and condensing again. Removed taillight and sealed between car and unit with RTV. Appears to be truly fixed now. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Alabama, United States
Apr 2014 - Jun 2022
Feb 2016

33000 mi
Radiator fan replacement (previous one was squeaking) Mazda Radar Cruise Control TSB 
Jun 2017

60000 mi

US $500
Belt tensioner replaced (leaking) and both drive belts 
Apr 2018

71000 mi
RECALL 1217F - Parking Brake Corrosion 
Jun 2022

131000 mi

US $300
Axle seal leak passenger side 
Mazda Mazda6 in Arizona, United States
Jun 2013 - Sep 2014
Jul 2013 Loud annoying rattle in left front of dash when going over rough roads. Mechanic placed padding under left front speaker grille and behind the instrument cluster. Problem fixed temporarily, but slowly started to return one month later. 
Dec 2013

6000 mi
Steering column rattle returned after previous dealer fix of stuffing the steering column cover with foam. Took to another dealer who worked with Mazda service until it was fixed properly. Foam placed at tilt bracket under steering column. 
Mazda Mazda6 in North Carolina, United States
Mar 2014 - Mar 2016
Jan 2015 Replaced trim around both front doors to eliminate wind noise issue per TSB. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Indiana, United States
Mar 2014 - Sep 2017
Mar 2015

7000 mi
Replaced bluetooth module, per TSB, to fix issues w/ USB playback. Audio system worked fine except for nagging restart from beginning on USB playback. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Virginia, United States
Dec 2013 - Feb 2022
Dec 2015

21000 mi
Bluetooth module needs to be replaced. Bluetooth and USB not functioning. 
Mazda Mazda6 in California, United States
Dec 2013 - Mar 2018
Apr 2015

13000 mi
TSB on bluetooth module 
Jan 2018

43000 mi
Strange noise during braking. 
Mazda Mazda6 in New York, United States
Jan 2014 - Jul 2016
Feb 2014

8800 mi
The back windshield vibrates loudly in cold temperatures. Rubber seals on both back passenger doors have dislodged from door. Back right door lock squeaks when going from Park to Drive (doors automatically lock when switching gears). 
Sep 2014

16000 mi
Suspension making loud creaking noises.  Wind noise is also annoying- even after door seals replaced. 
Jan 2015 Rear passenger door lock motor failed again. Lock failed to open or close often, or would function and would squeak. This was the second replacement in a year of the same door lock, that is hardly ever used. 
Apr 2015

20800 mi
Bluetooth module was replaced again, regarding TSB SB09-008-15. Still does not resolve BT issues with Android but DOES resolve iPod and iPhone issues. 
Sep 2015

29000 mi
The back right door lock actuator went bad again, and squeaks when unlocking and locking the doors to the car. 
Dec 2015

33000 mi
The back right door lock actuator became defective AGAIN and had to be replaced. Already squealing again, indicates it's beginning to fail. Also, drivers seat cushion squeaks when moving when in the seat. Next, the suspension also squeaks more then usual over bumps, but it's not constant. 
Jul 2016

36000 mi
Door Seals became unhinged and began to tear after being replaced with a Mazda TSB months and months prior. Considered a chronic issue at this point. Door lock actuator still squeaking. Suspension also still squeaking. Seat also still squeaking. 
Mazda Mazda6 in North Carolina, United States
Dec 2013 - Jun 2018
Feb 2015

19300 mi
drivers door wind noise. dealer tightened door latch. This helped a little, but there is still some noise and the door is slightly misaligned now 
Jul 2015

25700 mi
Drivers door wind noise still a problem. took to dealer again, they replaced the door seal. Noise is reduced, although still noisier than any other door on the car. 
Jan 2016

20500 mi
Driver door seal tore on both the door and the car body. Dealer replaced under warranty. Now the irritating wind noise is finally gone. I love this car and am glad this little gnat bite appears to be fixed. 
Mazda Mazda6 in California, United States
May 2013 - Nov 2017
Mar 2016

17000 mi
Center console lid was broken Front suspension creaking 
Mazda Mazda6 in New York, United States
Apr 2013 - Jul 2016
Jun 2015

25000 mi
Laser cruise control gun failure 
Mazda Mazda6 in Indiana, United States
Mar 2013 - Sep 2018
Dec 2013

15000 mi
rear seat belt latch failed stitching coming apart on back of front pass. seat 
Feb 2014

18000 mi
rear passenger seat belt latch failed 
Dec 2014

28000 mi
fow radar failed 
Jan 2015

45700 mi
replaced torn door seal on rear door 
Jun 2015

40000 mi
USB & aux stopped functioning 
Jun 2016

62000 mi

US $100
Battery went bad. 
Mazda Mazda6 in California, United States
Jan 2013 - Apr 2016
Sep 2014

36000 mi
Blind spot monitoring sensor got damaged somehow and the BMS no longer is working. 
Aug 2015

54000 mi

US $580
Problem with shifter assembly - bad solenoid. When I put the car in park sometimes was not registering that it was in Park and so would not shut off the car fully. Replaced the whole thing. Water pump was leaking. 
Jan 2016

47700 mi
Radiator had a leak. They found a problem and replaced. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Georgia, United States
Feb 2013 - Apr 2016
Dec 2015

45000 mi
Persistent problems connecting Bluetooth unit to my iPhone. Have replaced my phone and still experienced repeated failures after initial success with connecting to audio unit. 
Apr 2016

50000 mi

US $962
iPod connection still failing, have to use Bluetooth 
Mazda Mazda6 in California, United States
Jan 2013 - Jun 2017
Mar 2013

3000 mi
Low oil pressure light came on. Took to dealer after seeing it twice. Oil pump failure. Replaced under warranty. Part sent to Mazda. 
Sep 2015

67000 mi

US $50
Gearbox plastic came loose, causing the pieces to get jammed every time going into park. 50$ repair for the plastic pieces to be replaced. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Wisconsin, United States
Apr 2013 - Jul 2018
Mar 2014

33000 mi
Button to engage automatic climate control was stuck. Dealer ordered complete new console for replacement. Front grill chrome strip had bubbling where adhesive failed. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Michigan, United States
Apr 2013 - Jun 2022
Mar 2015

19000 mi
Dash rattle. Was corrected by repair. Driver door seal loose. Part was replaced. 
Aug 2015

23000 mi
Replacement of driver door seal. 
May 2016

30000 mi
Infotainment system plays iPod improperly. Install of upgraded module per TSB did not improve function and in fact created new problems. 
Jul 2021

69000 mi

US $1300
Gas tank replacement 
Mazda Mazda6 in Iowa, United States
Jul 2013 - Sep 2016
Jan 2016

75000 mi

US $60
Slight miss occurred. Replaced spark plugs 
Mazda Mazda6 in Minnesota, United States
Jul 2013 - Sep 2014
Apr 2013

1000 mi
False Reading of Thermostat caused a check engine light, Mazda has issued a reflash to fix the problem. Took the car in for this reflash. 
Feb 2014

5000 mi
Dealer lowered rear headliner where meets the rear window,2 clips that fasten the headliner to the roof. Two tabs that go through roof body attached to the back window, he cut the plastic tabs off to solve rear window squeak in subzero temp 
Sep 2014

9000 mi
Took car in for oil change & to repair wind noise issue per recent TSB 09-036/14 procedure "A" (replace both front door weatherstrips & molding interior glass channels). Also replaced rear weatherstrip fasteners per Mazda redesigned fastener 
Mazda Mazda6 in California, United States
May 2013 - May 2016
Jun 2015

10000 mi
Replaced door seals on rear doors that had poorly designed fasteners allowing seal to separate from door 
Mazda Mazda6 in Louisiana, United States
May 2013 - Dec 2015
Jun 2014

8000 mi
cable securing rear seat release needed to be reseated 
Mazda Mazda6 in Washington, United States
Mar 2014 - Sep 2015
May 2014 The driver side blind spot monitoring module failed 10 days after I purchased the car. The unit was replaced quickly, but they required an updated procedure to calibrate the device, which added a couple of days to the service. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Delaware, United States
Aug 2013 - Aug 2014
May 2014

12000 mi
Infotainment system failure 
Mazda Mazda6 in Massachusetts, United States
Jul 2014 - Jul 2022
Dec 2014

13000 mi
The NB1 Infotainment system messaging funtion is non funtioning part of an otherwise fine car after a software upgrade. It continues to work only on occasion and ironically makes the vehicle more dangerous and distracting. 
May 2015

20000 mi
New Module installed in the NB1 infotainment sysytem to correct SMS messaging defect. Working as it should now. 
Sep 2015

24000 mi
NB1 INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM BACK FOR TEXT TO MESSAGE SYSTEM FAILURE. SECOND TIME REPLACING MODULE Text messaging system failing again as well as the low tire pressure warning light. Will request repair at next oil change interval. 
Feb 2016

32000 mi
Text messaging system failing again. Mazda replaced the module/part again (3rd or forth time I believe) I expect it to function for a while and then fail again. This is a design flaw not acknowledged by MAZDA (IMO). 
Nov 2021

110000 mi

US $500
Blind spot indicator failure. It was determined that the drivers side mirror needed replacement as the cure . 
Dec 2021

110000 mi

US $300
rattle detected while driving. Repaired/replaced stabilizer bar/system drivers side front 
Mazda Mazda6 in Missouri, United States
Apr 2017 - Jul 2021
Mar 2018

47000 mi
Recall [parking brakes] 
Jul 2018

54000 mi

US $400
Replaced cracked windshield. Cracked by a rock. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Tennessee, United States
May 2014 - Jan 2018
Feb 2017

50000 mi

US $300
1 ignition coil went out and practically made the car undrivable. Car was repaired at the dealer within 2 days. 
Jan 2018

62000 mi

US $100
TPMS failure 
Mazda Mazda6 in North Carolina, United States
May 2014 - Jun 2020
Dec 2014

18000 mi
Bluetooth Module replaced under warranty. Dealer told me it wasn't functioning properly. I'm not sure if that was the case because it seems to be working just like it did before the repair. Navigation would lose position and GPS frequently. 
Jun 2018

90000 mi
No parts have been replaced yet but at 90k miles the automatic transmission has started slipping when it shifts from 3rd to 4th. Only does it on the first shift on a cold engine so I'm going to try and milk it for a while. Also when I changed the spark plugs, cylinder 1 had oil on the plug so a seal is failing in the head. The car is driven 80 miles on the interstate everyday so I did not expect any major problems for another couple years. Very disappointing. Now I see why people buy boring Camry's. This is my first Mazda. Changed spark plugs at 90k miles. I noticed that cylinder number 1 had oil on the threads and the tip of the spark plug which would indicate a seal failure in the engine. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Georgia, United States
Feb 2014 - Feb 2022
May 2017

41317 mi
water pump leaking diagnosis. Part not in stock so will repair when part in stock. 
Jun 2017

43020 mi
water pump found to be leaking. replaced water pump and coolant 
Nov 2017

48236 mi

US $26
RECALL 1217F Issue with sticking L/R caliper assembly. removed lever assy from both rear calipers. found both sticking and ramps completely rusted on both sides. ordered replacement calipers. installed new calipers and verified correct operation per recall 1217F. also replaced gaskets. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Virginia, United States
Mar 2017 - Jun 2022
Apr 2018

36500 mi

US $66
Recall work - all brakes need replacement, work not done yet. 
Aug 2018

50000 mi

US $1200
Probably caused by brake recall 
Mazda Mazda6 in Georgia, United States
Sep 2017 - Jun 2022
Jun 2018

45000 mi
Transmission whined when going over 20 mph, the transmission was replaced. 
Jul 2020

80000 mi

US $500
Blower motor replaced 
May 2021

95000 mi

US $50
Parking sensor for pushbutton start 
Mazda Mazda6 in Texas, United States
Feb 2013 - Dec 2021
Sep 2021

103000 mi

US $400
Alternator failed. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Pennsylvania, United States
Oct 2018 - Mar 2022
Feb 2019

66000 mi

US $532
Replaced rim after hitting pothole 
Jul 2020

82000 mi

US $600
Replaced front right knuckle 
Nov 2021

98000 mi

US $200
Belt replacement 
Mazda Mazda6 in Kansas, United States
Dec 2017 - Sep 2018
Sep 2018

115718 mi

US $588
Replace water pump. Dealer had said it had small crack that would worsen. Replace serpentine belt and other belt. Replaced belt tensioner assembly and two drive belts 
Mazda Mazda6 in Alberta, Canada
Apr 2016 - Jul 2016
May 2016

15900 mi
The rubber seal on the suspension boot was slightly cracked, was like that when the vehicle was purchased. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Texas, United States
May 2015 - Mar 2018
Jul 2015

16000 mi
WIND NOISE FROM DOOR WINDOW EDGE(S) AT 37 MPH OR HIGHER Bulletin No: 09-036/14 The wind noise was most noticeable on the driver's door at the window/body weatherstrip or adjacent to the side view mirror. Mazda Certified Pre-owned vehicle. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Pennsylvania, United States
Sep 2013 - Apr 2016
Mar 2015

17000 mi
right rear passenger window rubber door molding became detached from inner door frame. new molding was back ordered previously and reapplied successfully in March 2015 under warranty. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Ontario, Canada
May 2014 - Jan 2017
Aug 2014

7300 mi
Battery malfunction. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Virginia, United States
Dec 2012 - Jun 2015
Mar 2013

2000 mi
False Reading of Thermostat caused a check engine light, Mazda has issued a reflash to fix the problem. Took the car in for this reflash. 
Nov 2013

10000 mi
Navigation system lost ability to acquire correct information from GPS. Both rear door gaskets pull off of door whenever it has rained and then dried up. 
Jun 2014

17000 mi
Navigation failed for second time, nav screen would only show black with an empty popup window. Radar Cruise Control and Forward Collision Avoidance systems both failed 2.5 hours into a 7 hour drive home. 
Jun 2015

26000 mi
Cluster would tell you to put car in park when it already was. Would not shut off accessories. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Idaho, United States
Dec 2013 - Aug 2021
Nov 2014

11900 mi
recalibrate TPMS per recall. 
Mar 2015

14000 mi
Navigation reset per recall. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Iowa, United States
Oct 2016 - Sep 2023
Jun 2023

129000000 mi

US $600
The driver's side front control arm had a broken bolt and the bushings were worn. The passengers side had worn bushings. I had both arms replaced with new. The additional cost was to get the driver's side arm free due to the bolt head rusting off, so the control arm was somewhat loose but locked into place and needed to be cut free. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Maryland, United States
Feb 2015 - Jun 2022
Jan 2022

123000 mi

US $1545
Bar was worn and replaced. Front struts replaced. Front stabilizer bar. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Florida, United States
Jan 2015 - Jun 2018
Jun 2015

14000 mi
Trunk light would not turn off.Dealer ordered light control module for trunk light,installed 1 week later. Problem solved. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Ontario, Canada
Feb 2015 - Nov 2020
Feb 2015

21080 mi
Infotainment is known to be poor in this vehicle - this was the third visit for the same problem with Bluetooth. It was completely fixed. 
Jan 2018

57660 mi

C $197
Battery failed, unable to turn over car under this winter's cold conditions. 
Mar 2018

60140 mi

C $400
Mass airflow sensor failed - replaced quickly at the dealer at great cost. So far, no oem MAF sensors available for Mazda6 from parts distributors. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Ohio, United States
Aug 2014 - Jun 2022
May 2015

25000 mi
TSB on Infotainment for Bluetooth operation. 
Mar 2018

59000 mi
Bad seal on Caliper E-brake Lever (Mazda Recall). E-brake seized. 
Oct 2021

98000 mi

US $100
Command Knob had Short Circuit. 
Mazda Mazda6 in California, United States
Aug 2014 - Jan 2022
Aug 2015

33900 mi
Plastic cover/Boot of automatic transmission shifter split making it difficult to shift, was replaced under warranty. 

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2014 Mazda Mazda6 4dr Sedan

184-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD

Mazda Mazda6 in Illinois, United States
Apr 2013 - Jun 2016
May 2015

41000 mi

US $112
AC drain was plugged and water was flooding the passenger floor. Dealer took dash apart to unplug the line. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Arizona, United States
Jan 2021 - Jul 2022
Mar 2021

66812 mi

US $136
added Freon 
May 2021

67352 mi

US $83
blown "lighter" circuits 
Mazda Mazda6 in California, United States
May 2017 - Jan 2018
Jun 2017

32000 mi

US $135
MAF - Mass Air Flow Sensor malfunction. One day my car did not start, the engine reved up but died immediately. After running a scanner, i got an error code P 0101 which is for the MAF. I cleaned the MAF and put it back, still not turning on. I ordered a replacement part via Amazon for $135. As i changed the part, my car started immediately. I did need to jump start as the battery needed a recharge. This happened at around 40K miles on my Mazda 6 2014. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Nebraska, United States
Jun 2014 - May 2016
Feb 2015

9000 mi
Tire pressure monitoring light kept appearing. Dealer recalibrated. Under warranty. 
May 2016

27000 mi
Dashboard has a rattle on the right side. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Oregon, United States
Jul 2014 - Jan 2017
Sep 2014

2000 mi
Engine seemed to be consuming oil. Told by dealer that the engine oil may have been low at time of manufacture/delivery. Dealer did an oil change and will continue to monitor. 
Mazda Mazda6 in Wisconsin, United States
Dec 2013 - Jan 2022
Mar 2015

7000 mi
Shifting was sticky. Replaced bushings in 3rd, 4th, and 5th gears. 
Aug 2015

8900 mi
New bushings had been installed in 2nd - 5th gears in February under warranty. Since then, 4th gear exhibits a vibration in the gearshift around 2000 rpm. During the most recent oil change, I complained, but was told this is normal. 
Jan 2016

7000 mi
This is 2nd time this repair has been attempted. 3rd and 4th, and 5th & 6th gear clutch packs and bushings are being replaced. Notchy shifting of manual trans. Vibration of shift lever in 4th gear. Whole transmision was replaced. 
Jan 2018

23000 mi
Recall for sticky brake 

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2014 Mazda Mazda6 4-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

Mazda Mazda6 in Arizona, United States
Jun 2013 - Jun 2022
Feb 2016

19000 mi
Front rubber lower control arm bushings replaced TSB 02-001/15 Door lock actuator 
Mazda Mazda6 in California, United States
Aug 2013 - Jul 2022
Mar 2021

103000 mi

US $1000
Ignition/Off button would not turn off auto...faulty/worn switch in the shifter 
May 2022

111000 mi

US $1200
replaced brake pads and rotors 

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