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2017 Mazda Mazda6 reliability

Is it reliable?

The 2017 Mazda Mazda6 has 60 complaints with NHTSA after 10 years, or 3 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most Mazda6 years here — under the median of the other years, which is 3. NHTSA has 1 recall on file, including Turn signal.

2012 Mazda Mazda6
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Complaints

60

Per year

3

Recalls

1

Years on the road

10

What owners report

The complaints owners file most often name Electrical system (19 of 60), then Engine (4) and Forward collision avoidance (4). Those filings include 1 that reports a crash and 1 that reports an injury.

Next to 2016 and 2018

The 2016 Mazda6 has 77 complaints, 12 per year, and the 2018 has 58 complaints, 3 per year. The 2017 has fewer complaints per year than the 2016. The 2017 has fewer complaints per year than the 2018.

The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2017 Mazda Mazda6. How we count. Data as of .

Recalls (1)

Recall exterior lighting, turn signal 2016-10-18 · NHTSA campaign 16V753000
Summary Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2017 Mazda6 vehicles manufactured August 12, 2016, to September 28, 2016 and equipped with optional accessory fog lights. Due to an incorrect combination switch being installed, the turn signals may not automatically cancel by the rotation of the steering wheel. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Remedy Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the combination switch, free of charge. The recall began December 2016. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 0316J.

Complaints by component (60 total)

Electrical system
19
Engine
4
Forward collision avoidance
4
Powertrain
3
Service brakes
3
Back-over prevention
2
Seats
2
Structure
2
Air bags
1
Carry handle, shell, and base
1
Exterior lighting
1
Fuel and propulsion system
1
Fuel system, gasoline
1
Hydraulic brakes
1
Insert and padding
1
Lane departure
1
Other or not sure
1
Tires
1
Wheels
1
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Crash-flagged

1

Fire-flagged

0

Injury reports

1

Death reports

0

Complaints filed per year

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Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
  • "The infotainment touchscreen display in my 2017 Mazda 6 is experiencing a "ghost touch" defect, where the screen registers inputs without being touched. The defective touchscreen is available for inspection upon…"
    Electrical system · filed 2026-07-28
  • "The center mounted Mazda Connect infotainment system in my 2017 Mazda 6 Touring sedan is defective. The screen randomly & intermittently changes display modes while the vehicle is on (driving or parked). It began about…"
    Electrical system · filed 2026-06-18
  • "The infotainment screen is malfunctioning through (i) screen cracking/webbing from the inside and (ii) ghosting, i.e., random system reboots and control changes (including volume increases). The ghosting malfunctions…"
    Unknown or other · filed 2026-06-08
  • "Ghost touch screen sudden changes in the volume to the maximum while driving. The Mazda dealership where I bought the car said I would need to pay for it, because the car is not under warranty. Mazda said they would not…"
    Unknown or other · filed 2026-05-22
  • "The contact owns a 2017 Mazda Mazda6. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that…"
    Powertrain · filed 2026-04-08

NHTSA crash ratings

Version Overall Front Side Rollover
2017 Mazda Mazda6 4 DR FWD 5 stars 5 stars 5 stars 4 stars

Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.

Specs and fitment

3rd generation (GJ/GL), 2014–2021
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.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2017 Mazda Mazda6 reliable?

The 2017 Mazda Mazda6 has 60 complaints with NHTSA after 10 years, or 3 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most Mazda6 years here — under the median of the other years, which is 3. NHTSA has 1 recall on file, including Turn signal.

What are common problems with a 2017 Mazda Mazda6?

The complaints owners file most often name Electrical system (19 of 60), then Engine (4) and Forward collision avoidance (4). Those filings include 1 that reports a crash and 1 that reports an injury.

Is the 2017 Mazda Mazda6 more reliable than the years next to it?

The 2016 Mazda6 has 77 complaints, 12 per year, and the 2018 has 58 complaints, 3 per year. The 2017 has fewer complaints per year than the 2016. The 2017 has fewer complaints per year than the 2018.

Has the 2017 Mazda Mazda6 been recalled?

The 2017 Mazda Mazda6 has 1 recall on file with NHTSA. See the recalls table on this page for dates, components, and remedies.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2017 Mazda Mazda6?

Owners have filed 60 complaints about the 2017 Mazda Mazda6 with NHTSA.

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.