MYRModel Year Report

2018 Mazda MAZDA6

▲ Better than typical
2018 Mazda MAZDA6
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:54:16.836Z

This year had at least 30% fewer 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
59
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2018

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Engine

56% 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 2008 2009: 386 complaints 2010: 225 complaints 2011: 135 complaints 2011 2012: 99 complaints 2013: 22 complaints 2014: 137 complaints 2014 2015: 60 complaints 2016: 76 complaints 2017: 60 complaints 2018: 59 complaints 2018 59 2019: 6 complaints 2020: 2 complaints 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 2008 2009: 386 complaints 2010: 225 complaints 2010 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: 59 complaints 2018 59 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 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: 59 complaints 2018 59 2019: 6 complaints 2019 2020: 2 complaints 2020 2021: 17 complaints 2021

2018: 59 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
200228
2003174
2004160
2005147
2006173
2007156
2008111
2009386
2010225
2011135
201299
201322
2014137
201560
201676
201760
201859
20196
20202
202117

Known problem areas

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

Engine

56% · 33 reports
FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

My MAZDA6 spontaneously caught on fire while it was parked on a street and completely burned down. The fault/problem cause is unknown at this time but I suspect there was wiring/electrical fault and manufacturing and design defect.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-08-17

Also filed under Electrical system

I'm having an issue getting the recall serviced.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-29

Coolant leaking from head, informed by dealer the cylinder head is cracked and the entire engine needs to be replaced. The engine has just hit 80k miles at this point.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-03

Power train

15% · 9 reports

Service brakes

7% · 4 reports

Fuel/propulsion system

7% · 4 reports

Electrical system

7% · 4 reports
FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

Was at a drive in window and car turned off and couldn't restart. Windows and lights would work but car wouldn't restart. Could of been driving and would of crashed. Had 3 people family in car.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-12-14

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2019-08-20Engine, power train19V497000 Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018-2019 CX-5, Mazda6, and 2019 Mazda3 vehicles. A software error in the powertrain control module (PCM) may cause the engine to stall.

    Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the PCM software, free of charge. The recall began August 20, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3719F.

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  2. R
    2022-07-18Fuel system, gasoline21V875000 Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 Mazda3, Mazda6, 2019 CX-3, 2018-2019 MX-5, CX-5, CX-9, and 2019-2020 Mazda2 vehicles.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pumps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2022. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 5321K.

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Buy-smart checklist

2018 Mazda MAZDA6 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine: 33 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 9 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 4 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 19V497000 · Engine, power train
  • Recall 21V875000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2018 Mazda MAZDA6 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2018 Mazda MAZDA6 is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Mazda MAZDA6?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 56% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2018 Mazda MAZDA6 have?
2 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.