1991 Mazda 929
Only 18 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 18 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 18
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1991
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1991: 18 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1986 | 0 |
| 1987 | 0 |
| 1988 | 36 |
| 1989 | 37 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 18 |
| 1992 | 36 |
| 1993 | 19 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 18 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
10 of 18 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Engine and engine cooling
5 of 18 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine and manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe.
Power train
3 of 18 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission and torque converter.
Vehicle speed control
2 of 18 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing cruise control.
Suspension
1 of 18 total reports mentions: suspension, most commonly citing macpherson strut.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
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1991-06-18Preliminary evaluationClosed 1991-10-21 Throttle sticking
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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…
Buy-smart checklist
1991 Mazda 929 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 10 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 95V103005 · Seat belts
FAQ
- Is the 1991 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 1991 Mazda 929?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 56% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1991 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.