2021 Mazda MAZDA6
Only 17 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 17 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 17
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
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Complaints per year
2021: 17 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
Only 17 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine
13 of 17 total reports mention: engine.
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Engine oil low warning 2k miles after oil change and again a week after topping oil off.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-12-17
The issue I am experiencing is one that many are in regards to the oil consumption. My check oil light came on prematurely in regards to the recommended scheduling for these sorts of vehicles, at around 3500 miles approximately.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-06-16
Visibility/wiper
2 of 17 total reports mention: visibility/wiper.
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Sunroof exploded while on the highway. Nothing hit the glass. Glass was facing outward and no evidence if anything striking it. Major safety concern, easily could have blinded my wife or I.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-04-07
Visibility/safety issue with OEM Mazda windshields. Objects appear highly distorted from all angles, making it hard to judge distance, read road signs, and drive safely without a disorienting level of distraction occurring at all times.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-12-27
Fuel/propulsion system
1 of 17 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.
Back over prevention
1 of 17 total reports mentions: back over prevention, most commonly citing camera.
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The Infotainment system malfunctions. The rear view camera freezes, not with the current conditions but a still picture of a street I do not recognize. This puts not only myself at risk for an accident but those of others as well.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-06-23
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2021 Mazda MAZDA6 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 13 reports on file for this year.
- Visibility/wiper: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 1 report on file for this year.
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2021 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 2021 Mazda MAZDA6?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 76% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2021 Mazda MAZDA6 have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.