MYRModel Year Report

2009 Mazda MAZDA6

■ Significantly worse — known issue year
2009 Mazda MAZDA6
BUILT 2026-10-10

This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.

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
386
Recalls
10

Campaigns on file for 2009

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Structure

32% of complaints

Complaints per year

2002: 28 complaints 2002 2003: 174 complaints 2004: 160 complaints 2005: 147 complaints 2005 2006: 173 complaints 2007: 156 complaints 2008: 111 complaints 2009: 386 complaints 2009 386 2010: 225 complaints 2011: 135 complaints 2012: 99 complaints 2013: 22 complaints 2014: 137 complaints 2014 2015: 60 complaints 2016: 76 complaints 2017: 60 complaints 2017 2018: 58 complaints 2019: 6 complaints 2020: 2 complaints 2020 2021: 17 complaints
2002: 28 complaints 2002 2003: 174 complaints 2004: 160 complaints 2004 2005: 147 complaints 2006: 173 complaints 2006 2007: 156 complaints 2008: 111 complaints 2009: 386 complaints 2009 386 2010: 225 complaints 2011: 135 complaints 2012: 99 complaints 2012 2013: 22 complaints 2014: 137 complaints 2014 2015: 60 complaints 2016: 76 complaints 2016 2017: 60 complaints 2018: 58 complaints 2018 2019: 6 complaints 2020: 2 complaints 2020 2021: 17 complaints
2002: 28 complaints 2002 2003: 174 complaints 2003 2004: 160 complaints 2004 2005: 147 complaints 2005 2006: 173 complaints 2006 2007: 156 complaints 2007 2008: 111 complaints 2008 2009: 386 complaints 2009 386 2010: 225 complaints 2010 2011: 135 complaints 2011 2012: 99 complaints 2012 2013: 22 complaints 2013 2014: 137 complaints 2014 2015: 60 complaints 2015 2016: 76 complaints 2016 2017: 60 complaints 2017 2018: 58 complaints 2018 2019: 6 complaints 2019 2020: 2 complaints 2020 2021: 17 complaints 2021

2009: 386 complaints

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YearComplaints
200228
2003174
2004160
2005147
2006173
2007156
2008111
2009386
2010225
2011135
201299
201322
2014137
201560
201676
201760
201858
20196
20202
202117

Known problem areas

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

Structure

32% · 124 reports

Most commonly citing body and frame and members.

CRASH
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The subframe of my 2009 MAZDA6 completely rotted out from the inside and the vehicle broke down during normal use.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-05-04

Also filed under Suspension

Suspension

20% · 76 reports

Most commonly citing wheel bearing.

CRASH
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Both my back and front chassis are completely rusted through and it’s a complete screwed car. Looking online there is a recall on something like this but not for my model?

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-01-10

Rear cross member broke due to corrosion breaking off lateral arm from driver side of cross member, I may add the front crossmember was repaired due to recall for extreme corrosion not too long ago, as I research this problem I uncover many owners...

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-16

The rear sub frame on this vehicle was not painted and/or coated to properly withstand the corrosion that is caused by the salt used to treat the roads in the winter. This can cause serious issues.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-19

Air bags

19% · 75 reports

Most commonly citing sensor/control module.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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Tl*the contact owns a 2009 Mazda, Mazda 6. While driving approximately 70-75 MPH, the contact lost control of the vehicle and it rolled over. The contact sustained minor injuries. No air bags deployed. A police report was filed.

NHTSA ODI report, 2010-12-17

Steering

10% · 37 reports

Most commonly citing rack and pinion and tie rod assembly.

Electrical system

9% · 33 reports

Most commonly citing horn.

FIRE
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Driving through a tunnel my car began to fill with smoke. I pulled over and looked for where the smoke came from and found the switch to my heated seats was on fire. My car would no longer turn on.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-02-12

Also filed under Seats

Safety timeline

10 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. ▮
    2009Complaint volume 386 complaints filed for this model year.
  2. R
    2009-02-13Structure09V043000 Mazda is recalling 29,000 my 2009 MAZDA6. The outer door handles may stick which may prevent the door from latching. This situation may allow the door to open while the vehicle is in motion.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the door handles and if necessary repair or replace the handles free of charge. The recall began on February 13, 2009. Owners may contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500.

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  3. R
    2009-04-17Equipment09E011000 Thule, inc. Is recalling 2,323 owner-installed roof-mounted fit kits, models 3068 and 3069, manufactured between January 1, 2008 and February 28, 2009 that are used with thule podium foot packs…

    Remedy: Thule will mail a retro fit kit along with repair instructions to owners free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before April 13, 2009. Owners may contact thule toll-free at…

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  4. R
    2011-03-25Fuel system, gasoline11V134000 Mazda is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 MAZDA6 vehicles manufactured from April 8, 2008, through February 8, 2010. A certain type of spider may weave a web in the evaporative canister vent…

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and clean up the canister vent line, and install a spring to prevent this type of spider from entering the vent line. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety…

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  5. I
    2013-05-09Preliminary evaluationClosed 2013-09-30 Door Latch Failures Due to Loose Screws
  6. R
    2013-10-29Latches/locks/linkages13V425000 Mazda is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Mazda6 vehicles manufactured February 4, 2008, through August 24, 2012. The door latch mounting screws may become loose.

    Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will apply a thread locking adhesive to the door screws and retorque them, free of charge. The recall began on October 29, 2013. Owners may contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's recall number is 7013I.

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  7. R
    2017-04-12Air bags16V594000 Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Mazda6 vehicles manufactured February 4, 2008, to December 3, 2009.

    Remedy: Mazda dealers will replace the ACU, free of charge, however parts are not currently available. The recall began June 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 9816H.

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  8. R
    2017-08-30Air bags17V429000 Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2009-2011 Mazda6, and 2007-2011 CX-7 and CX-9 vehicles.

    Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is performed. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge.

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  9. R
    2017-10-04Air bags17V457000 Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2012 CX-7, CX-9 and Mazda6 vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico,...

    Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is performed. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger side air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge.

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  10. R
    2018-03-02Air bags18V018000 Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2013 Mazda6 and CX-9 vehicles sold, or ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American...

    Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 2, 2018. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500.

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  11. I
    2018-05-21Preliminary evaluationClosed 2018-11-02 Front Subframe Corrosion
  12. R
    2019-03-18Structure, suspension18V631000 Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2009-2010 Mazda Mazda6 vehicles sold, or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New...

    Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the cross member and either install a side member and drain hose and apply wax to protect from rust, or install a drain hose and an improved front cross member, free of charge.

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    2019-12-03Air bags19V782000 Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2007-2012 CX-7, CX-9, and 2009-2012 Maza6 vehicles.

    Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2019.

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Buy-smart checklist

2009 Mazda MAZDA6 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Structure: 124 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 76 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 75 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 09V043000 · Structure
  • Recall 09E011000 · Equipment
  • Recall 11V134000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 13V425000 · Latches/locks/linkages
  • Recall 16V594000 · Air bags
  • Recall 17V429000 · Air bags
  • Recall 17V457000 · Air bags
  • Recall 18V018000 · Air bags
  • Recall 18V631000 · Structure, suspension
  • Recall 19V782000 · Air bags
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FAQ

Is the 2009 Mazda MAZDA6 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2009 Mazda MAZDA6 is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Mazda MAZDA6?
The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 32% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2009 Mazda MAZDA6 have?
10 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.