Mazda Mazda6 years to avoid and best years
Newer Mazda Mazda6 years have fewer owner complaints per year than the older ones. 2014 has the most complaints per year, at 14 (137 complaints). 2014 through 2016 are in that same range. From 2017 on, complaints per year fall. Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2020 at 0 (from 2 complaints), 2019 at 1 (from 6 complaints), and 2013 at 1 (from 23 complaints). On the 2014 Mazda Mazda6, 24 of 137 complaints name Electrical system.
Data as of .
Mazda Mazda6 reliability by year
Each year is complaints filed in that year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. A model year younger than 3 years is too early to compare, so it is left out of the years named as having the fewest or the most complaints. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market Mazda Mazda6. How we count.
By model year
| Year | Per year on the road | Complaints | Recalls | Most-filed complaint | Avg. combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 → | 5 | 17 | 0 | Engine | — |
| 2020 Fewest | 0 | 2 | 0 | Service brakes, Engine | — |
| 2019 Fewest | 1 | 6 | 1 | Electrical system | — |
| 2018 → | 3 | 58 | 2 | Engine | — |
| 2017 → | 3 | 60 | 1 | Electrical system | — |
| 2016 → | 12 | 77 | 1 | Powertrain | — |
| 2015 → | 11 | 60 | 3 | Service brakes | — |
| 2014 → Most | 14 | 137 | 4 | Electrical system | — |
| 2013 → Fewest | 1 | 23 | 4 | Exterior lighting, Service brakes | — |
| 2012 → | 3 | 99 | 6 | Air bags | — |
Years with a → link have a full model-year page.
What owners file about
Generations
- Body styles
- Sedan
- Oil
- SAE 0W-20 (gasoline SKYACTIV-G 2.5; 5W-30 where manual specifies) · 4.5 qt capacity
- Tire size
- 215/55R17
Known issues for this generation
NHTSA recall 17V-393 covers certain 2014-2015 Mazda6 vehicles where water could enter the electric parking brake actuator and corrode it, so the parking brake may not hold. Recall 14V-170 covers certain 2014 Mazda6 vehicles for a fuel tank that may crack and leak. Confirm open campaigns by VIN.
- Body styles
- Sedan
- Oil
- SAE 0W-20 (gasoline SKYACTIV-G 2.5; 5W-30 where manual specifies) · 4.8 qt capacity
- Tire size
- 225/45R19
Known issues for this generation
NHTSA campaign 17V-393 covers certain 2014-2015 Mazda6 vehicles (with 2014-2016 Mazda3): water can enter the brake caliper so the parking- brake actuator shaft corrodes and binds, preventing full engage or release; dealers check and replace corroded shafts. Campaign 17V-546 covers certain 2016 Mazda6 vehicles where welding debris on the front passenger seat frame may damage occupant-classification wiring, risking loss of power steering assist and passenger air-bag deactivation; dealers attach a protective pad and tape damaged harnesses. Campaign 14V-675 covers certain 2014-2015 Mazda6 vehicles for tire-pressure monitoring compliance. Confirm open campaigns by VIN.
Frequently asked questions
Which Mazda Mazda6 years have fewer owner complaints?
Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2020 at 0 (from 2 complaints), 2019 at 1 (from 6 complaints), and 2013 at 1 (from 23 complaints).
Which Mazda Mazda6 year has the most owner complaints?
2014 has the most complaints per year, at 14 (137 complaints). 2014 through 2016 are in that same range. On the 2014 Mazda Mazda6, 24 of 137 complaints name Electrical system.
How do Mazda Mazda6 owner complaints compare by year?
Newer Mazda Mazda6 years have fewer owner complaints per year than the older ones. From 2017 on, complaints per year fall.
What engine oil does a Mazda Mazda6 use?
US Mazda6 manuals specify SAE 0W-20 for SKYACTIV-G 2.5L engines (5W-30 where the manual specifies).
What does NHTSA campaign 17V-393 cover on the Mazda6?
Certain 2014-2015 Mazda6 vehicles (with 2014-2016 Mazda3): water can enter the brake caliper so the parking-brake actuator shaft corrodes and binds; dealers check and replace corroded shafts.
What tire sizes does the Mazda6 use by generation?
Second gen (2012-2013) lists 215/55R17. Third gen (2014-2021) lists 225/45R19 on this site.