2005 Mazda Mazda6 owner complaints

I have a 2005 Mazda 6 wagon bought new off the dealers lot. 4 years later, in sept. 2009 with 22k miles on it, I was coming off a curving exit ramp when I stepped on the gas to merge into traffic and nothing happened - no pickup - it was like I just started coasting. This happened a few times before in the previous years (maybe 4-5 times), but those times it felt more like a belt slipping and it "caught" again very quickly, like in a split second. The ramp experience was more pronounced and lasted longer, like a full 2 seconds, which was more scary and potentially more hazardous. Turned out the TCM (transmission computer module) had to be replaced. It would have cost $1400+ but luckily I bought an extended warranty when I bought the car so it covered that cost. It's happening again,

The clutch pedal assembly has 3 cracks in it which allowed the assembly to push through the bulkhead to the engine compartment the clutch did not work properly almost causing an accident as I was unable to change gear.this is a dangerous defect which should not have occured.I think a recall should be isssued for this part to be replaced and repaired and also other damage caused by thi defect. *tr

2005 Mazda 6s 3 liter v6 with automatic transmission (aisin warner). Application of throttle to accelerate in 5th or 6th gear causes jerk, selects neutral then eventually selects an appropriate gear. Very dangerous on uphill freeways due to sudden loss of any power. Mazda has a service bulletin on this # 05-016/06 that proves this condition is not isolated. *tr

The vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission. When the vehicle was parked for over 8 hours outdoors in direct sunlight, the vehicle would not shift out of park. Failure occurs only on extremely hot days - temperatures over 95 degrees and only when all the windows & sunroof were completely closed. Vehicle was allowed to sit with the engine running and air conditioner on high for roughly 15-20 minutes. When interior temperature of car lowered, the car was able to shift out of park. The problem replicated sporadically but on at least 10 different occasions over the course of 2 years. The vehicle was brought to dealership on numerous occasions where they were unable to replicate the problem. During one service visit a mechanic cleaned the microswitch responsible for the shift

Car is a manual transmission. Past 2 weeks engine light has come on, car will not shift and will not go above 20 MPH. *jb

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2005 Mazda 6 . The contact stated that the air bag inadvertently deployed while parking the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the wiring harness failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 15v345000 (air bags) and 15v382000 (air bags) after the failure was experienced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2005 Mazda 6. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v382000 (air bags) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 70 MPH on rural roads, control of the vehicle was lost and crashed into two trees. The air bags did not deploy however, seatbelts were worn. No injuries were sustained, and a police report was taken. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who determined the airbag sensors were not triggered. The vehicle was a 2005 Mazda 6.

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Mazda 6. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA campaign number: 15v345000 (air bags). The part needed was unavailable to perform the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. The VIN was invalid. Parts distribution disconnect.

Fog lights is burning the inner housing bezel with the possible hazard of a fire . In addition Mazda replaced the bezel they also replaced my driving light bulbs and now the vehicle has extremely reduced night visibility creating also a safety hazard had the headlights bezel replaced twice under warranty. Now Mazda refuses to change the bezel or bulbs again since they claim vehicle is out of warranty; even doe it was an issue replaced twice under warranty and my vehicle is now unsafe at night.. Proof that it was a know issue to Mazda that later models the fog lights were relocated in the bumper.*tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Mazda mazda6. The headlamps are melting from excessive heat build-up. Consequently the head-lights intermittently fail while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the head-lamps were replaced twice as a free remedy. However the technician will not replace the head-lights again as a free remedy. The failure mileage was 20,000.

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 Mazda 6. The vehicle has no provisions for adjusting the horizontal position of the headlights. As a result, the headlights are out of focus. The vehicle has been taken to the dealer three times, but they have not been able to correct the failure. The VIN, engine size, and number of cylinders were unknown. The failure mileage was less than 100 and current mileage was 20,000. Updated 12/12/2007 *bf the consumer provided proof that only a vertical adjustment exists. Updated 12/12/07 *tr

Dt: the contact stated she noticed there was a bubble the size of an orange along the sidewall of the left front tire. She removed the tire and replaced it with the spare tire. Upon further investigation she discovered the right front tire had a bubble the size of an egg in the sidewall as well. She contacted the dealer, where the vehicle was purchased. The dealer suggested this was most likely due to a road hazard. She contacted a tire dealer, who also stated the problem was due to a road hazard. Both tires were replaced. *ak updated 3/9/2006 - *nm

I have primewell valera touring ii tires that have a date code of 0215 and they still have around 50% tread left. The side walls on all 4 tires are coming apart, they are split almost all the way around. These tires are on my daughters car and I did not notice this problem because the splits where on the outside of the tire but facing the inside, I found them when I went to install the snow tires. I called primewell and they said there is no recall for the serial number on these tires and they would not help me at all. There is a recall on this brand and model of tire for the same defect and reading many complaints about this same problem the recall needs to be updated to cover more serial numbers.

Headlights just stop working. I have to hit a bump in the road to turn it back on. Very disappointing.

TCM unit faulty, car only has 82k miles, reading online this seems to be a far too common problem, I believe the unit is faulty!

Incident 2005 Mazda 6 broke down along side road. Engine only had 40,000 miles on it. Called Mazda service manager, bob, and he told me to have it towed there and he'd take care of me. I was later told the engine blew but as his crew looked at it they verified that the engine and oil was clean. He said he'd call regional and see what he could do for me to get the engine repaired/replaced. Damage resulting after several weeks of run around I was finally told it was going to cost $90 for the service team to have looked at the engine. I was then informed that he could put a salvaged engine in for $4000. I about freaked out. $4000 for a used engine that came with a mere 90 day warranty. I called Mazda headquarters and was told I should've bought an extended warranty. I told her she w

I think the Mazda line of vehicles should be looked into. I have a 2005 Mazda 6 I sedan that from the very beginning had issues. At 5000 miles I complained to the NHTSA because the car shut off on me on the highway. I took it to the dealership and the dealership could not duplicate the problem. The problem with the car shutting off has happened a few other times over the years and I've always had it investigated however the dealership could never find an issue. Finally it is 2011 and the car has 96000 miles on it and is completely shut down. As it turns out despite getting every piece of maintenance done on time and in order by the manufacturer cylinder #2 and #3 misfire and ultimately need "rethreading?" . I wonder if this was a problem on the car to begin with. I have talked to a

Left driver seat became unhinged while in motion. It lunges back and does not set in place. No impacts from accidents. The switch to lower/raise the seat works perfectly. The seat rocks back and forth.

In under 33,000 miles and only 20 months of service the brake fluid in my Mazda 6 sport wagon is contaminated due to being hydroscopic. It is defective and must be flushed and re-filled. Having had 25 cars (own and company provided) over the last 25 *jb *updated 12/12/07 *bf *jb updated 12/12/07 *tr