1992 Mazda MX-6

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1992 Mazda MX-6
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:51:44.143Z

Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
7

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1992

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1990: 14 complaints 1990 1991: 13 complaints 1992: 7 complaints 1992 7 1993: 54 complaints 1994: 46 complaints 1994 1995: 33 complaints 1996: 12 complaints 1996 1997: 2 complaints 1998: 0 complaints 1998 1999: 0 complaints
1990: 14 complaints 1990 1991: 13 complaints 1991 1992: 7 complaints 1992 7 1993: 54 complaints 1993 1994: 46 complaints 1994 1995: 33 complaints 1995 1996: 12 complaints 1996 1997: 2 complaints 1997 1998: 0 complaints 1998 1999: 0 complaints 1999
1990: 14 complaints 1990 1991: 13 complaints 1991 1992: 7 complaints 1992 7 1993: 54 complaints 1993 1994: 46 complaints 1994 1995: 33 complaints 1995 1996: 12 complaints 1996 1997: 2 complaints 1997 1998: 0 complaints 1998 1999: 0 complaints 1999

1992: 7 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
199014
199113
19927
199354
199446
199533
199612
19972
19980
19990

Known problem areas

Only 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Seat belts

2 of 7 total reports mention: seat belts.

Show complaint excerpts

Buckle on motorized cable on left driver side sticks in resume position.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-03-14

Suspension

2 of 7 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing macpherson strut.

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Mechanic stated that the mounting ofthe struts was defective in the early 1992 models and the cause of failure is bumps in the road. Also stated that it would probably happen again and it did.

NHTSA ODI report, 1998-10-05

Power train

2 of 7 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing driveline and floor shift.

Visibility

1 of 7 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing glass, side/rear.

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Rear window shattered. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-02-06

Engine and engine cooling

1 of 7 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    1993-09-30Service brakes, hydraulic93E035000 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.

Buy-smart checklist

1992 Mazda MX-6 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Seat belts: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 93E035000 · Service brakes, hydraulic

FAQ

Is the 1992 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 1992 Mazda MX-6?
The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1992 Mazda MX-6 have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.