MYRModel Year Report

1994 Mazda MX-6

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1994 Mazda MX-6
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:45:20.049Z

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
46
Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 1994

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Power train

28% of complaints

Complaints per year

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

1994: 46 complaints

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

Known problem areas

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

Power train

28% · 13 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and manual transmission.

INJURY
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I am the owner of a 1994 Mazda MX-6 (4 cylinder, automatic transmission).

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-12-21

While driving at any speed transmission failed to work.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-01-31

Engine and engine cooling

20% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing engine and gasoline.

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While driving the vehicle at the speed of 45 MPH engine stalls. Dealer has been notified. Please provide further information. Mr

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-10-10

Electrical system

17% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing ignition and interior/under dash.

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Tl* the contact owns a 1994 Mazda MX-6. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign number: 15V674000 (Electrical system). The contact stated that the parts needed for the recall remedy were still not available.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-11-22

Service brakes

17% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASHINJURY

Air bags

9% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing frontal.

CRASHINJURY
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Seatbelt did not lock up and air bag had a delay on deployment during impact. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-04-26

Frontal collision, impact 12:00, speed 20 MPH, air bag deployed causing burns and injuries. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-04-19

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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    1999-09-03Power train99I005000 This is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The speedometer gear…

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the speedometer gear set and if necessary, will replace the speedometer gear set at no charge. This extended warranty covers necessary repairs due to failure of the vehicle's…

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  2. I
    1999-12-20Recall queryClosed 2000-08-30 Headlight failure
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    2000-04-07Exterior lighting99V358000 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The headlight wire that runs through the turn signal lever can fail at the point where it is soldered to the headlight switch.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the headlight switch lever.

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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

1994 Mazda MX-6 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 13 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 9 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 8 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 99I005000 · Power train
  • Recall 99V358000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 05E065000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 15V674000 · Electrical system
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1994 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 1994 Mazda MX-6?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1994 Mazda MX-6 have?
4 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.