MYRModel Year Report

1986 Mazda 626

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1986 Mazda 626
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:52:09.731Z

Only 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
16

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1986

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1983: 2 complaints 1983 1984: 3 complaints 1985: 6 complaints 1986: 16 complaints 1986 16 1987: 29 complaints 1988: 46 complaints 1989: 42 complaints 1989 1990: 45 complaints 1991: 64 complaints 1992: 19 complaints 1992 1993: 124 complaints 1994: 285 complaints 1995: 488 complaints 1995 1996: 359 complaints 1997: 358 complaints 1998: 434 complaints 1998 1999: 318 complaints 2000: 217 complaints 2001: 188 complaints 2001 2002: 87 complaints 2003: 9 complaints
1983: 2 complaints 1983 1984: 3 complaints 1985: 6 complaints 1986: 16 complaints 1986 16 1987: 29 complaints 1988: 46 complaints 1989: 42 complaints 1989 1990: 45 complaints 1991: 64 complaints 1991 1992: 19 complaints 1993: 124 complaints 1993 1994: 285 complaints 1995: 488 complaints 1995 1996: 359 complaints 1997: 358 complaints 1997 1998: 434 complaints 1999: 318 complaints 1999 2000: 217 complaints 2001: 188 complaints 2001 2002: 87 complaints 2003: 9 complaints 2003
1983: 2 complaints 1983 1984: 3 complaints 1984 1985: 6 complaints 1985 1986: 16 complaints 1986 16 1987: 29 complaints 1987 1988: 46 complaints 1988 1989: 42 complaints 1989 1990: 45 complaints 1990 1991: 64 complaints 1991 1992: 19 complaints 1992 1993: 124 complaints 1993 1994: 285 complaints 1994 1995: 488 complaints 1995 1996: 359 complaints 1996 1997: 358 complaints 1997 1998: 434 complaints 1998 1999: 318 complaints 1999 2000: 217 complaints 2000 2001: 188 complaints 2001 2002: 87 complaints 2002 2003: 9 complaints 2003

1986: 16 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19800
19810
19820
19832
19843
19856
198616
198729
198846
198942
199045
199164
199219
1993124
1994285
1995488
1996359
1997358
1998434
1999318
2000217
2001188
200287
20039

Known problem areas

Only 16 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Electrical system

6 of 16 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing switch and ignition.

Seat belts

4 of 16 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly and retractor.

Show complaint excerpts

Rear seatbelts fails to stay fasten when using, unfastening while riding in vehicle. Please describe details. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-02-27

Engine and engine cooling

3 of 16 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing exhaust system and gasoline.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

Engine overheated resulting in vehicle fire. (Ohio traffic crash report). Mjs

NHTSA ODI report, 1999-04-30

Visibility

2 of 16 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing windshield wiper/washer and heater core.

Wheels

1 of 16 total reports mentions: wheels.

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. R
    1986-04-18Vehicle speed control86V042000 The throttle angle sensor on the carburetor may contain a nylon rotor which has not been heat treated. Rotors that have not been heat treated contract in the presence of heat causing the…

    Remedy: Replace throttle angle sensor assemblies with new heat treated rotors with larger inside diameters.

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  2. R
    1990-07-20Electrical system90V118000 Ignition switch terminal may malfunction.

    Remedy: Replace ignition switches.

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  3. I
    1991-06-18Preliminary evaluationClosed 1991-10-21 Throttle sticking

Buy-smart checklist

1986 Mazda 626 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Seat belts: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 3 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 86V042000 · Vehicle speed control
  • Recall 90V118000 · Electrical system
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 1986 Mazda 626 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1986 Mazda 626?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1986 Mazda 626 have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.