2019 Mazda MAZDA6

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2019 Mazda MAZDA6
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:38:43.274Z

Only 6 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 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mazda MAZDA6 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2019 highlighted. 2002: 28 complaints 2002 2003: 174 complaints 2004: 159 complaints 2005: 147 complaints 2005 2006: 173 complaints 2007: 156 complaints 2008: 111 complaints 2008 2009: 385 complaints 2010: 225 complaints 2011: 134 complaints 2011 2012: 99 complaints 2013: 22 complaints 2014: 137 complaints 2014 2015: 60 complaints 2016: 76 complaints 2017: 59 complaints 2017 2018: 54 complaints 2019: 6 complaints 2019 2020: 2 complaints 2020 2021: 17 complaints 2021
2019: 6 complaints
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YearComplaints
200228
2003174
2004159
2005147
2006173
2007156
2008111
2009385
2010225
2011134
201299
201322
2014137
201560
201676
201759
201854
20196
20202
202117

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 6 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STEERING

1 of 6 total reports mentions: steering.

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I WAS DRIVING TO WORK THIS MORNING AND STEERING WHEEL WAS TURN TO RIGHT TO KEEP STRAIGHT AND FELT LIKE SOMETHING WAS LOOSE. I DROVE HOME AND HIT THE BRAKES AND CAR VEERED TO THE RIGHT HARD.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190621

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

1 of 6 total reports mentions: forward collision avoidance.

ENGINE

1 of 6 total reports mentions: engine.

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Dear NHTSA, I am writing to submit a safety complaint regarding my 2019 Mazda 6 GTR.

NHTSA ODI report, 20241204

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 6 total reports mentions: electrical system.

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AFTER PURCHASING A 2019 MAZDA6 IN JULY 2019, THERE HAVE BEEN MULTIPLE OCCASIONS IN WHICH I START THE CAR AND THE DISPLAY SCREEN FREEZES OR IS BLACK, NOT DISPLAYING ANYTHING. AT THE SAME TIME, THE CONTROL BUTTONS ON THE STEERING WHEEL DO NOT WORK.

NHTSA ODI report, 20191028

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20190820 — engine, power train

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.

Campaign 19V497000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2019 Mazda MAZDA6 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 19V497000 (engine, power train) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2018 ▲ 2017 ▲ 2015

WORST YEARS

■ 2009 ◆ 2010 ● 2003

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FAQ

Is the 2019 Mazda MAZDA6 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 2019 Mazda MAZDA6?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2019 Mazda MAZDA6 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.