Is the 2014 Mazda MAZDA6 reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2014 Mazda MAZDA6 is rated "typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Mazda MAZDA6?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 34% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2014 Mazda MAZDA6 have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

2014 Mazda MAZDA6

● Typical for this model

2014 Mazda MAZDA6
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This year's complaint volume is within 30% 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: 137
Recalls: 4
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Electrical system

Complaints per year

2014: 137 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
2002	28
2003	174
2004	160
2005	147
2006	173
2007	156
2008	111
2009	386
2010	225
2011	135
2012	99
2013	22
2014	137
2015	60
2016	76
2017	60
2018	59
2019	6
2020	2
2021	17

Known problem areas

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

Electrical system

34% · 47 reports

Most commonly citing switch and ignition.

CRASH

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After driving my Lincoln mkz, where pressing the ignition stop button automatically puts the car in park, I drove my friend's 2014 MAZDA6. I pressed the ignition stop button but exited the vehicle without putting it in park.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-07-07

Also filed under Power train

Power train

14% · 19 reports

Most commonly citing park/neutral start interlock switch and gear position indication (prndl).

CRASHINJURY

Service brakes

12% · 17 reports

CRASHINJURY

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Buenos dias en el ano 2017 manejaba en linea recta aproximadamente 40 m/h logre ver un venado y aplique los frenos pausadamente el carro se dezplazo hacia la izquierda sin razon alguna saliendo fuera de la carretera e impactando con el orillo de la...

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-09-17

Also filed under Suspension

Engine

11% · 15 reports

Electronic stability control (esc)

7% · 10 reports

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2014-05-19Electrical system14V173000 Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2014 Mazda3 vehicles manufactured June 12, 2013, through December 18, 2013, and model year 2014-2015 Mazda6 vehicles manufactured May 20, 2013, through December 4, 2013, and both...

Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the PCM with updated software, free of charge. The recall began on May 19, 2014. Owners may contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 7314D.

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2014-05-19Fuel system, gasoline14V170000 Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2014 Mazda6 vehicles manufactured October 25, 2012, through May 9, 2013. In the affected vehicles, it is possible to fill the fuel tank beyond its rated capacity.

Remedy: Mazda will notify owners and dealers will inspect and add an adapter to the shut off valve in the fuel tank and also inspect the charcoal canister for the presence of gasoline, replacing it as necessary, free of charge.

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2014-12-10Tires14V675000 Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Mazda6 vehicles manufactured October 25, 2012, to October 10, 2014.

Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will update the TPMS software, free of charge. The recall began on December 10, 2014. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500.

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2017-12-08Parking brake17V393000 Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Mazda6 and 2014-2016 Mazda3 vehicles. Water could possibly enter the brake caliper causing the parking brake actuator shaft to corrode and possibly bind.

Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will check the parking brake actuator shafts, replacing any that are corroded, free of charge. Remedy parts are currently unavailable.

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Buy-smart checklist

2014 Mazda MAZDA6 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Electrical system: 47 reports on file for this year.
Power train: 19 reports on file for this year.
Service brakes: 17 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 14V173000 · Electrical system
Recall 14V170000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Recall 14V675000 · Tires
Recall 17V393000 · Parking brake

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Worst years2 years

FAQ

Is the 2014 Mazda MAZDA6 reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2014 Mazda MAZDA6 is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Mazda MAZDA6?: The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 34% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2014 Mazda MAZDA6 have?: 4 recalls on file for this model year.

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