1990 Mazda 929

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1990 Mazda 929
RENDERED 2026-08-02T14:19:37.425Z

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.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mazda 929 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1990 highlighted. 1986: 0 complaints 1986 1987: 0 complaints 1988: 34 complaints 1988 1989: 36 complaints 1990: 12 complaints 1990 1991: 18 complaints 1992: 35 complaints 1992 1993: 19 complaints 1994: 12 complaints 1994 1995: 3 complaints 1995
1990: 12 complaints
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YearComplaints
19860
19870
198834
198936
199012
199118
199235
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, HYDRAULIC

3 of 12 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

SEAT BELTS

3 of 12 total reports mention: seat belts.

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THE PLASTIC RELEASE BUCKLE DOES NOT LATCH. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950306

SEAT BELTS

3 of 12 total reports mention: seat belts.

CRASH INJURY
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VEHICLE WAS A STOP IMPACT 6:00 POSITION SHOULDER BELT DID NOT RETRACT CAUSING INJURIES. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950112

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 12 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 12 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19910618 — PE (closed 19911021)

THROTTLE STICKING

I 19940819 — PE (closed 19941123)

BRAKE FLUID LEAKS

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

1990 Mazda 929 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 95V103005 (seat belts) has been completed.

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, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:rotor, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1990 Mazda 929 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.