MYRModel Year Report

1988 Mazda 929

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1988 Mazda 929
RENDERED 2026-09-17T04:32:24.432Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mazda 929 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1988 highlighted. 1988: 36 complaints 1988 1989: 37 complaints 1989 1990: 12 complaints 1990 1991: 18 complaints 1991 1992: 36 complaints 1992 1993: 19 complaints 1993 1994: 12 complaints 1994 1995: 3 complaints 1995
1988: 36 complaints
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YearComplaints
19860
19870
198836
198937
199012
199118
199236
199319
199412
19953

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

SEAT BELTS 28%

28% of complaints: seat belts — 10 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing buckle assembly and anchorage.

CRASH INJURY
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VEHICLE WAS IN AN ACCIDENT AND WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STRUCK THE SEAT BELT DID NOT OPERATE LIKE IT SHOULD OF HAD. THE SEAT BELT DID NOT LOCK WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS HIT.*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19960920

STRUCTURE 22%

22% of complaints: structure — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing door.

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OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLE FAILED PRIOR TO RECALL. (93V-174) *AW

NHTSA ODI report, 19940928

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES 14%

14% of complaints: latches/locks/linkages — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing latch.

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FRONT DOOR LATCH STUCK PRIOR TO RECALL, REAR DOOR STUCK AFTER RECALL REPAIRS TO FRONT DOOR. *TW

NHTSA ODI report, 19941024

SERVICE BRAKES 14%

14% of complaints: service brakes — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 11%

11% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 4 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing fuel injection system and injectors.

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19910618 — PE (closed 19911021)

THROTTLE STICKING

I 19920602 — PE (closed 19920925)

INADVERTENT DOOR OPENING

I 19920925 — EA (closed 19931130)

INADVERTENT DOOR OPENING

R 19940429 — structure

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 DOWN

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DOOR HANDLE/LATCH ASSEMBLY.

Campaign 93V174000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19951215 — seat belts

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

Remedy: 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 A

Campaign 95V103005 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1988 Mazda 929 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (10 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for latches/locks/linkages issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 93V174000 (structure) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 95V103005 (seat belts) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1988 Mazda 929 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 1988 Mazda 929?

The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1988 Mazda 929 have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.