Is the 1993 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 1993 Mazda MX-6?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1993 Mazda MX-6 have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

1993 Mazda MX-6

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1993 Mazda MX-6
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:36:47.331Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 54
Recalls: 3
Investigations: 1
Top problem: Service brakes

Complaints per year

1993: 54 complaints

View as data table

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

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Service brakes

26% · 14 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH

Engine and engine cooling

17% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing gasoline and engine.

Suspension

13% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing coil springs and lower ball joint.

Steering

11% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing rack and pinion and hydraulic power assist system.

CRASHINJURY

Show complaint excerpts

The vehicle suddenly veered to the right pulling my daughter off the road and head on into a telephone pole.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-07-13

Also filed under Seat belts

Power train

9% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and axle assembly.

INJURY

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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1992-03-25Suspension92V045000 The lower arm ball joints on both sides of the front suspension may not have been torqued to specification.

Remedy: Inspect the lower ball joint retaining bolts and tighten loose bolts to the correct torque.

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1999-12-20Recall queryClosed 2000-08-30 Headlight failure
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2005-09-27Fuel system, gasoline05E065000 Certain spx filtran fuel filters with a 45-degree angle inlet tube, model 800F350-S1, sold as replacement filters for 1993-1997 Ford probe,1993-2001 Mazda 626 and MX-6, and 1983-1994 loyal, 3-door…

Remedy: Spx will notify its customers and provide a full refund. The recall began September 27, 2005. Owners may contact mr. Chris greeson at 704-869-3733 or contact the wix information hotline at…

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2015-12-17Electrical system15V674000 Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 1989-1998 MPV, 1990-1995 323, 1990-1998 Protege, 1992-1993 MX-3, 1993-1995 929, 1993-1997 MX-6, and 1993-1998 626 vehicles.

Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. The recall began on December 17, 2015. Owners may contact Mazda Customer Experience Center at 1-800-222-5500, option#6.

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Buy-smart checklist

1993 Mazda MX-6 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Service brakes: 14 reports on file for this year.
Engine and engine cooling: 9 reports on file for this year.
Suspension: 7 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 92V045000 · Suspension
Recall 05E065000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Recall 15V674000 · Electrical system

FAQ

Is the 1993 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 1993 Mazda MX-6?: The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1993 Mazda MX-6 have?: 3 recalls on file for this model year.

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