2010 Mazda MAZDA6
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2002 | 28 |
| 2003 | 174 |
| 2004 | 159 |
| 2005 | 147 |
| 2006 | 173 |
| 2007 | 156 |
| 2008 | 111 |
| 2009 | 385 |
| 2010 | 225 |
| 2011 | 134 |
| 2012 | 99 |
| 2013 | 22 |
| 2014 | 137 |
| 2015 | 60 |
| 2016 | 76 |
| 2017 | 59 |
| 2018 | 54 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 2 |
| 2021 | 17 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
24% of complaints: air bags — 53 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
PASSENGER SIDE DASH STARTED MELTING ABOUT A YEAR AGO AND HAS GOTTEN SO BAD THE DASH IS ALMOST LIQUID. SUNLIGHT REFLECTS OFF THE SHINY MELTED DASH AND BLINDS THE DRIVER.
NHTSA ODI report, 20210104
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MAZDA 6. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONT END COLLISION. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20170606
19% of complaints: suspension — 43 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
Rear sub frame on car rusting out. Never protected from corrosion or rust. Car is currently in shop. Car has rusted out in the joint just behind drivers rear tire.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240207
My gf went for a basic oil change and the automotive person was shocked to find the rear right cross bar to be suffering from incredible corrosion. He said at this point it is unsafe to drive.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231009
15% of complaints: structure — 33 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
PASSENGER SIDE DASH STARTED MELTING ABOUT A YEAR AGO AND HAS GOTTEN SO BAD THE DASH IS ALMOST LIQUID. SUNLIGHT REFLECTS OFF THE SHINY MELTED DASH AND BLINDS THE DRIVER.
NHTSA ODI report, 20210104
13% of complaints: steering — 29 distinct reports on file.
10% of complaints: structure — 23 distinct reports on file.
CRASHSAFETY TIMELINE
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 LI
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 R
Campaign 11V134000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 13V425000 — check if this car was fixed
Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Mazda6 vehicles manufactured September 14, 2009, through May 2, 2011, and equipped with 2.5L engine.
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module and inspect and clean the canister vent line. If a web was found in the line, the fuel tank and check valve on canister vent line will be replaced.
Campaign 14V114000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 16V594000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 17V429000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 18V018000 — check if this car was fixed
Front Subframe Corrosion
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Mazda 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 November 9, 2018. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4.
Campaign 18V717000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 18V631000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 19V782000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2010 Mazda MAZDA6 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (53 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (43 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (33 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 11V134000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 13V425000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V114000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V594000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V429000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V018000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V717000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V631000 (structure, suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V782000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2010 Mazda MAZDA6 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2010 Mazda MAZDA6 is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Mazda MAZDA6?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2010 Mazda MAZDA6 have?
9 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.