1991 Mazda MX-6

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1991 Mazda MX-6
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:53:31.405Z

Only 13 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 13 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, 1991 highlighted. 1990: 14 complaints 1990 1991: 13 complaints 1991 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
1991: 13 complaints
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YearComplaints
199014
199113
19927
199354
199446
199533
199612
19972
19980
19990

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 13 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SEAT BELTS

3 of 13 total reports mention: seat belts.

CRASH
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PASSENGER SIDE RESTRAINT SYSTEM FAILED IN A WRECK AUG/95 AND WAS REPLACED. THE DRIVER SIDE RESTRAINT SYSTEM HAS BEEN MALFUNCTIONING THE PAST COUPLE OF YEARS. AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT EITHER JAMS IN THE TRACK OR FAILS TO OPERATE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20010214

VEHICLE SEAT BELT SYSTEM INTERMITTENTLY FAILS MIDWAY AND OTHER POSITIONS. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950301

POWER TRAIN

2 of 13 total reports mention: power train.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 13 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

STRUCTURE

1 of 13 total reports mentions: structure.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 13 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

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

1991 Mazda MX-6 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 93E035000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 1991 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 1991 Mazda MX-6?

The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 23% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1991 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.