MYRModel Year Report

1989 Mazda MX6

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1989 Mazda MX6
RENDERED 2026-08-02T14:04:46.883Z

Only 28 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 28 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mazda MX6 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1989 highlighted. 1986: 2 complaints 1986 1987: 1 complaints 1987 1988: 16 complaints 1988 1989: 28 complaints 1989
1989: 28 complaints
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YearComplaints
19862
19871
198816
198928

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 28 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SEAT BELTS

8 of 28 total reports mention: seat belts.

SEATS

6 of 28 total reports mention: seats.

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NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS:EAT ASSEMBLY WELDS BROKE OFF CAUSING THE SEAT TO WOBBLE. IT IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE AND I CANNOT FIND ANYONE THAT IS WILLING TO REPAIR IT. IF IN AN ACCIDENT, I COULD BE HARMED ALONG WITH ANY PASSENGER I MAY HAVE IN BACK (MY KIDS).

NHTSA ODI report, 20031211

SEAT BELTS

3 of 28 total reports mention: seat belts.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2 of 28 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

CRASH
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OWNER PUT VEHICLE IN REVERSE WHEN VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED BACKWARDS AND HIT A VEHICLE, THEN IT ACCELERATED FORWARD HITTING ANOTHER PARKED CAR; THEN RAN ONTO THE SIDEWALK.

NHTSA ODI report, 19970623

STRUCTURE

2 of 28 total reports mention: structure.

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19890915 — PE (closed 19891221)

TRANSMISSION OIL LINE FIRE

I 19910618 — PE (closed 19911021)

THROTTLE STICKING

R 19930930 — service brakes, hydraulic

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.

Campaign 93E035000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19950310 — EA (closed 19950801)

TAKATA SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE

R 19951215 — seat belts

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 OPERATE

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 A

Campaign 95V103005 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1989 Mazda MX6 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seats issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 93E035000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 95V103005 (seat belts) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1989 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 1989 Mazda MX6?

The most-reported component is seat belts:front:buckle assembly, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1989 Mazda MX6 have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.