MYRModel Year Report

1990 Mazda MX-6

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1990 Mazda MX-6
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:53:47.678Z

Only 14 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 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mazda MX-6 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1990 highlighted. 1990: 14 complaints 1990 1991: 13 complaints 1992: 7 complaints 1992 1993: 54 complaints 1994: 46 complaints 1994 1995: 33 complaints 1996: 12 complaints 1996 1997: 2 complaints 1998: 0 complaints 1998 1999: 0 complaints 1999
1990: 14 complaints
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YearComplaints
199014
199113
19927
199354
199446
199533
199612
19972
19980
19990

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 14 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SEAT BELTS

3 of 14 total reports mention: seat belts.

SEAT BELTS

2 of 14 total reports mention: seat belts.

CRASH INJURY
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THE CONSUMER WAS IN AN ACCIDENT AND THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR OPEN AND THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT DID NOT HOLD THE CONSUMER. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19960223

THE CONSUMER WAS IN AN ACCIDENT AND THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR OPEN AND THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT DID NOT HOLD THE CONSUMER. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19960223

STRUCTURE

1 of 14 total reports mentions: structure.

STRUCTURE

1 of 14 total reports mentions: structure.

STRUCTURE

1 of 14 total reports mentions: structure.

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19910618 — PE (closed 19911021)

THROTTLE STICKING

R 19930930 — service brakes, hydraulic

THE GROOVE FOR THE REAR WHEEL BEARING RETAINER RING WAS INCORRECTLY MACHINED.

Remedy: MIDAS SHOPS WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE DRUMS WITH OTHER BRAKE DRUMS FROM ANOTHER SUPPLIER.

Campaign 93E035000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19950310 — EA (closed 19950801)

TAKATA SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1990 Mazda MX-6 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 93E035000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1990 Mazda MX-6 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 1990 Mazda MX-6?

The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1990 Mazda MX-6 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.