MYRModel Year Report

1991 Mazda 626

▲ Better than typical
1991 Mazda 626
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:53:07.461Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
64
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1991

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Seat belts

52% of complaints

Complaints per year

1983: 2 complaints 1983 1984: 3 complaints 1985: 6 complaints 1986: 16 complaints 1986 1987: 29 complaints 1988: 46 complaints 1989: 42 complaints 1990: 45 complaints 1991: 64 complaints 1991 64 1992: 19 complaints 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 1985 1986: 16 complaints 1987: 29 complaints 1987 1988: 46 complaints 1989: 42 complaints 1989 1990: 45 complaints 1991: 64 complaints 1991 64 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 1987: 29 complaints 1987 1988: 46 complaints 1988 1989: 42 complaints 1989 1990: 45 complaints 1990 1991: 64 complaints 1991 64 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

1991: 64 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

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Seat belts

52% · 33 reports

Most commonly citing buckle assembly and anchorage.

CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

Driver's automatic seatbelt operated unpredictably, cutting driver's scalp.

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-06-22

Shoulder belt failed during accident, causing injury.

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-03-02

When rear ended with foot on brake, drivers shoulder belt didn't restrain from making contact, resulting in an injury. Estimated speed of impact 30 MPH.…

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-01-03

Service brakes

22% · 14 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

Power train

19% · 12 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission.

Show complaint excerpts

While traveling on te highway without prior warning a flashing light appeared on the dashboard, overdrive light on/off, causing the vehicle to jerk.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-06-16

Engine and engine cooling

13% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing engine and manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe.

Latches/locks/linkages

8% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing latch.

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    1991-06-18Preliminary evaluationClosed 1991-10-21 Throttle sticking
  2. I
    1992-09-25Engineering analysisClosed 1993-11-30 Inadvertent door opening
  3. R
    1993-09-30Service brakes, hydraulic93E035000 The groove for the rear wheel bearing retainer ring was incorrectly machined.

    Remedy: Midas shops will replace the brake drums with other brake drums from another supplier.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  4. R
    1994-04-29Structure93V174000 Resin molded front handles fail at the door latch actuating rod attachment, freeing the rod to fall inside the door frame. Subsequent lowering of the associated window may force the actuating rod…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the door handle/latch assembly.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1991 Mazda 626 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Seat belts: 33 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 14 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 12 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 93E035000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 93V174000 · Structure
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 1991 Mazda 626 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1991 Mazda 626 is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1991 Mazda 626?
The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 52% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1991 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.