MYRModel Year Report

1990 Mazda 929

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1990 Mazda 929
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:39:38.635Z

Only 12 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 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
12

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1990

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

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

1990: 12 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19860
19870
198836
198937
199012
199118
199236
199319
199412
19953

Known problem areas

Only 12 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Service brakes

6 of 12 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

Seat belts

6 of 12 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly.

CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

Vehicle was a stop impact 6:00 position shoulder belt did not retract causing injuries. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-01-12

The plastic release buckle does not latch. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-03-06

Power train

1 of 12 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.

Engine and engine cooling

1 of 12 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.

Show complaint excerpts

Engine cylinder head/head gasket cracked.

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-03-02

Safety timeline

1 recall · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    1991-06-18Preliminary evaluationClosed 1991-10-21 Throttle sticking
  2. I
    1994-08-19Preliminary evaluationClosed 1994-11-23 Brake fluid leaks
  3. 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

1990 Mazda 929 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Service brakes: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Seat belts: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 95V103005 · Seat belts
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1990 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 1990 Mazda 929?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1990 Mazda 929 have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

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