Mazda Mazda6 problems
165 owner complaints with NHTSA, no active recalls. Here's where owners say it breaks.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.
- No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record
- Reliability score 7.6/10 — above the segment average
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Top trouble spots 7 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Mazda 6. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 15v382000 (air bags) and 16v354000 (air bags). The parts for the recall repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for…
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 Mazda 6. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was serviced per NHTSA campaign number: 16v354000 (air bags), but the remedy failed to repair the vehicle. The contact mentioned that the air bag…
Takata recall, same as driver side. Told they don't have the parts call Mazda it's been years now. Still driving/with kids!
My new Mazda 6 has an automatic window close on the driver's and passenger side that is supposed to reverse automatically if there is an obstruction,e.g.fingers, but often it just closes with an object in the way. *jb
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Under investigation 2 open at NHTSA
NHTSA has an open defect investigation covering this vehicle — the step that can precede a recall, not a finding of fault. EA21002 on NHTSA →
NHTSA has an open defect investigation covering this vehicle — the step that can precede a recall, not a finding of fault. EA15001 on NHTSA →
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Common questions
Is the 2007 Mazda Mazda6 reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.6 out of 10 based on 165 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 Mazda Mazda6 is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2007 Mazda Mazda6?
On the NHTSA data, the 2007 Mazda Mazda6 does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 7.6/10 — above the segment average. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What's the most common problem on the 2007 Mazda Mazda6?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 95 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 92,239 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 92,239 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Mazda Mazda6 has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2007 Mazda Mazda6?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 165 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.