MYRModel Year Report

1989 Mazda 929

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1989 Mazda 929
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:37:28.025Z

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
37
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1989

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Structure

54% of complaints

Complaints per year

1988: 36 complaints 1988 1989: 37 complaints 1989 37 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 1988 1989: 37 complaints 1989 37 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 1988 1989: 37 complaints 1989 37 1990: 12 complaints 1990 1991: 18 complaints 1991 1992: 36 complaints 1992 1993: 19 complaints 1993 1994: 12 complaints 1994 1995: 3 complaints 1995

1989: 37 complaints

View as data table
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.

Structure

54% · 20 reports

Most commonly citing door.

Show complaint excerpts

Vehicles doors become inoperative and are unable to open.rear passenger door.recall mfr was only front door only. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-02-07

Left rear door handle does not operate, stuck in closed position, due to defect in handle. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-01-12

Outside door handle failed, causing right/rear door not to open from inside/outside prior to recall, repairs refused, only pertains to front doors (93V-174).

NHTSA ODI report, 1994-10-27

Power train

11% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission.

Vehicle speed control

8% · 3 reports

Latches/locks/linkages

8% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing latch.

Show complaint excerpts

Driver's side rear passenger door won't open from outside. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-02-28

Service brakes

5% · 2 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

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
    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 →

  4. R
    1995-12-15Seat belts95V103005 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…

    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…

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1989 Mazda 929 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Structure: 20 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Vehicle speed control: 3 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 93V174000 · Structure
  • Recall 95V103005 · Seat belts
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1989 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 1989 Mazda 929?
The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 54% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1989 Mazda 929 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.