MYRModel Year Report

1986 Mazda MX6

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1986 Mazda MX6
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:38:29.198Z

Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
2

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1986: 2 complaints 1986 2 1987: 1 complaint 1987 1988: 16 complaints 1988 1989: 28 complaints 1989
1986: 2 complaints 1986 2 1987: 1 complaint 1987 1988: 16 complaints 1988 1989: 28 complaints 1989
1986: 2 complaints 1986 2 1987: 1 complaint 1987 1988: 16 complaints 1988 1989: 28 complaints 1989

1986: 2 complaints

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YearComplaints
19862
19871
198816
198928

Known problem areas

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Seat belts

1 of 2 total reports mentions: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly.

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Recalled related, 95V103005, in for service dearlership refused to repair, made in japan, not in the recall. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-01-05

Fuel system, gasoline

1 of 2 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing hoses, lines/piping, and fittings.

FIRE
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Vehicle fire due to fuel lines. Could have stemmed from engine compartment. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-01-30

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. I
    1991-06-18Preliminary evaluationClosed 1991-10-21 Throttle sticking

Buy-smart checklist

1986 Mazda MX6 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Seat belts: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 1 report on file for this year.
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FAQ

Is the 1986 Mazda MX6 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 1986 Mazda MX6?
The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1986 Mazda MX6 have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

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