MYRModel Year Report

1988 Mazda MX6

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1988 Mazda MX6
RENDERED 2026-11-01T16:55:12.856Z

Only 16 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 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
16

Too few to rank

Recalls
5

Campaigns on file for 1988

Investigations
3

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

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

1988: 16 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19862
19871
198816
198928

Known problem areas

Only 16 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Seat belts

9 of 16 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly and retractor.

CRASHINJURY
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Frontal collision, impact 12:00 position, lap/shoulder belt did not retract, vehicle was completely stopped.

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-03-18

Seat latch on drivers side has problem latching and sticks when you try to unlatch it. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-02-21

Electrical system

2 of 16 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing interior/under dash.

FIRE
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While driving smoke started coming from the engine and through the heating ducts, driver pulled over the fire had started. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-02-09

Visibility

1 of 16 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing power window devices and controls.

Tires

1 of 16 total reports mentions: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.

Suspension

1 of 16 total reports mentions: suspension, most commonly citing rear.

Show complaint excerpts

While driving at an undetermined speed and with no warning rear suspension collapsed. The consumer had the vehicle towed to the service dealer. *ak the failure was due to salt corrosion.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-01-07

Safety timeline

5 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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    1987-09-17Vehicle speed control87V149000 Floor mat could interfere with release of accelerator pedal due to improper shape of mat.

    Remedy: Remove present mat and replace with new improved mat.

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    1988-01-15Service brakes, hydraulic87V196000 Vehicles equipped with rear brake drums transported by train may experience separation of the brake shoe from the wheel brake cylinder piston.

    Remedy: All vehicles will be inspected and if no separation is found grease will be applied to the component interface to lower friction and avoid subsequent relative motion. If separation is found the…

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    1988-01-15Fuel system, gasoline87V186000 Fuel tank fixing band retention is not sufficient, allowing the band to rub against the fuel tank by vehicle vibrations.

    Remedy: Repair fuel fixing band by installing a rubber sheet.

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    1988-04-22Vehicle speed control88V022000 At ambient temperatures below 0 degree f, frost may accumulate within the throttle body under extended constant speed operation.

    Remedy: Install a new type thermostat designed to raise the coolant temperature and warm the throttle body to a level above freezing.

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    1989-09-15Preliminary evaluationClosed 1989-12-21 Transmission oil line fire
  6. I
    1991-06-18Preliminary evaluationClosed 1991-10-21 Throttle sticking
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    1995-03-10Engineering analysisClosed 1995-08-01 Takata seat belt buckle failure
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    1995-12-15Seat belts95V103005 The front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. These red plastic release buttons are marked "Press." If a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to…

    Remedy: Owners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front safety belt buckles and carefully inspect the red release button for any breaks or cracks. They should ensure that both buckles…

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1988 Mazda MX6 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Seat belts: 9 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 87V149000 · Vehicle speed control
  • Recall 87V196000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 87V186000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 88V022000 · Vehicle speed control
  • Recall 95V103005 · Seat belts
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1988 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 1988 Mazda MX6?
The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 56% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1988 Mazda MX6 have?
5 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.