1989 Mazda MX6 recalls
Seat Belts · NHTSA 95V103005 · May 24, 1995
Problem: The front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. These red plastic release buttons are marked "press." if a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to operate improperly.
Risk: The safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash.
Fix: Owners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front safety belt buckles and carefully inspect the red release button for any breaks or cracks. They should ensure that both buckles are operating properly by inserting each latch plate into its buckle, tugging on the belt to make…
360,433 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
Problem: The groove for the rear wheel bearing retainer ring was incorrectly machined.
Risk: If the retaining ring does not sit correctly in thegroove, the axle lug nuts will break, causing the brake drum, wheel, and tireassembly to separate from the vehicle.
Fix: Midas shops will replace the brake drums with other brake drums from another supplier.
300 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
Latest owner complaints
Electrical System · Dec 11, 2003 · SD
Numerous complaints:eat assembly welds broke off causing the seat to wobble. It is unsafe to drive and I cannot find anyone that is willing to repair it. If in an accident, I could be harmed along with any passenger I may have in back (my kids). *ak windshield wipers just stopped working. Motor failure?? Electrical system is failing. Fuses are not blown. Interior lights work…
Visibility · Dec 11, 2003 · SD
Numerous complaints:eat assembly welds broke off causing the seat to wobble. It is unsafe to drive and I cannot find anyone that is willing to repair it. If in an accident, I could be harmed along with any passenger I may have in back (my kids). *ak windshield wipers just stopped working. Motor failure?? Electrical system is failing. Fuses are not blown. Interior lights work…
Visibility · Dec 11, 2003 · SD
Numerous complaints:eat assembly welds broke off causing the seat to wobble. It is unsafe to drive and I cannot find anyone that is willing to repair it. If in an accident, I could be harmed along with any passenger I may have in back (my kids). *ak windshield wipers just stopped working. Motor failure?? Electrical system is failing. Fuses are not blown. Interior lights work…
Seats · Dec 11, 2003 · SD
Numerous complaints:eat assembly welds broke off causing the seat to wobble. It is unsafe to drive and I cannot find anyone that is willing to repair it. If in an accident, I could be harmed along with any passenger I may have in back (my kids). *ak windshield wipers just stopped working. Motor failure?? Electrical system is failing. Fuses are not blown. Interior lights work…
Parking Brake · Dec 11, 2003 · SD
Numerous complaints:eat assembly welds broke off causing the seat to wobble. It is unsafe to drive and I cannot find anyone that is willing to repair it. If in an accident, I could be harmed along with any passenger I may have in back (my kids). *ak windshield wipers just stopped working. Motor failure?? Electrical system is failing. Fuses are not blown. Interior lights work…
Equipment · Dec 11, 2003 · SD
Numerous complaints:eat assembly welds broke off causing the seat to wobble. It is unsafe to drive and I cannot find anyone that is willing to repair it. If in an accident, I could be harmed along with any passenger I may have in back (my kids). *ak windshield wipers just stopped working. Motor failure?? Electrical system is failing. Fuses are not blown. Interior lights work…
Seat Belts · Jul 15, 1999 · MO
The safety belt on the driver's side does not retract back into the holder, leaving the belt useless. I wondered if this would be a recall or if I need to have it serviced. Thanks. *ak
Electrical System · Mar 8, 1999 · CA
Whil.e driving the electrical system malfunctioned, causing headlights and interior lights to get dimmer. Also,engine check light came on. There was no braking and steering ability at all, had to use the emergenncy parking brake to stop the vehicle which almost caused an accident. Please provide further information.
Engine and Engine Cooling · Oct 9, 1997 · NY · 1 injured
Total loss of power while drinving caused accident. Yh
Vehicle Speed Control · Jun 23, 1997 · NJ · crash
Owner put vehicle in reverse when vehicle suddenly accelerated backwards and hit a vehicle, then it accelerated forward hitting another parked car; then ran onto the sidewalk. The vehicle stopped when turned off, but did the samething when turned back on and put into gear. Dealer says may have been the rug. *ak
Vehicle Speed Control · Jun 23, 1997 · NJ
The vehicle suddenly accelerated when in reverse then in drive. Dealer blames the rug. *ak
Seats · Apr 14, 1997 · MN
Driver's seat pins broke, causing the seat to wobble.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 1989 Mazda MX6 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls covering the 1989 Mazda MX6, the most recent one (95V103005) for seat belts. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common problems with the 1989 Mazda MX6?
Based on 28 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most reported areas are seat belts (15), seats (8), engine and engine cooling (4).
Have there been crashes or injuries linked to the 1989 Mazda MX6?
Owners reported 2 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injury and 0 deaths in complaints to NHTSA. These are unverified owner reports, not findings of fault.
Is NHTSA investigating the 1989 Mazda MX6?
NHTSA has opened 3 defect investigations that include this vehicle, most recently EA95005: Takata seat belt buckle failure.