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ProblemsByVin Index / 2013-MAZDA-MAZDA6 / COMPLAINTS
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2013 Mazda Mazda6 owner complaints

22 complaints filed with NHTSA on this vehicle , including 2 reporting a crash, fire, injury, or fatality. Showing the 300 most recent — grouped by category for scanning.

suspension 4 complaints shown

4 total in this category · moderate · avg repair $900 · see suspension cluster analysis →
12/19/2023 ODI #11560838.0

I just baught a 2013 mazda6 the rear cradel and cross member was complety rusted away one mount was complety rusted off .the springs was almost ready to fall out the bottem of the spring purch .it looked like it was pulled out of the ocean where it had stayed for years .I tried to find a used replacement out of several we found from 10-13 and going thru national salvage parts we can not find one that was not rusty away all the mazda6 frams were so rusted they could not be used .why is this not on the recall list if all I could find are rusted out parts that is a safty hazzard to have on the road.

07/12/2024 67,000 mi ODI #11601441.0

The contact owns a 2013 Mazda Mazda6. The contact stated that the vehicle had been repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V631000 (Suspension, Structure) where a coating was sprayed on the passenger side lower control arm and the area was drained. After receiving the recall repair, the contact became aware that the vehicle was pulling to the right and the steering wheel was tilted to the left. The front passenger’s side tire was slightly turned inward. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that the front cross member on the passenger’s side was rusted, causing several fractures. After inspecting the damaged area, the mechanic confirmed that it was the area that was repaired under recall. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not yet diag

07/05/2019 ODI #11229666.0

I took my vehicle to dealer for a recall on the crossmember my vehicle is from new york it's a 2013 and my hole crossmember looks like the car is from the 90 their is rust everywhere and I lifted my vehicle today and saw a part on top of a part when they should of replaced the hole crossmember I know it's free but instead of putting one pice ontop of one pice why not replace the hole thing also they kept my car for 2 days just to put that pice when it's just 4 bolts

03/22/2021 81,500 mi ODI #11404228.0

Related to Mazda recall number 2818i - front frame rotting out. They applied a bandaid fix under the recall, to only 1 side of the vehicle and the part they used does not even connect to the actual suspension pieces that are rotting out of the frame. It is basically a plate to keep the rotting frame from separating completely on only 1 side. The problem is the entire frame is still rotting at a crazy excessive rate. I have had many used, older vehicles and have never seen a car so new almost rendered undrivable due to the frame condition. My mechanic said it should have all been replaced given how much corrosion/rust is on the entire frame instead of only a bracket on one side... And the fix they performed is nothing more than a liability treatment to keep the car from completely falling a

lighting 4 complaints shown

4 total in this category · moderate · avg repair $250 · see lighting cluster analysis →
10/23/2017 18,896 mi ODI #11035702.0

I nave had to replace the brakes 15 times starting at 18,896 miles and the lights 15 times since 20,662 miles. I have been pulled over several times about the lights, after they had just been replaced. I was told that the right and left harness needed to be replaced. I just took it back for the 15th time this time the harness is rusted supposedly because of a crack in the covering, if that is why it was rusted why was it not taken care of when it occurred while it was under warranty. I haven't been given an explanation for the brakes. Now they are suggesting I should think about purchasing another car when this was is not paid off.

10/10/2017 18,896 mi ODI #11032679.0

The brakes have been replaced a total of 14 times starting at 18,896 miles, it was recommended to be replaced at 16,578. The headlights have been replaced 15 times starting at 20,662 miles. Also at the time of the 1st brake replacement, the right shock had to be replaced. I have been pulled over several times within 2 weeks after having lights replaced to tell me they were out again.

06/22/2015 20,662 mi ODI #10726555.0

Headlights went out, march 2014 - 20,662 miles; september 2014 - 36,107 miles - october 2014 - 36,669; february 2015 - 47,153; march 2015 - 48236 miles; june 2015 - 60,089; low beams in all incidents.

03/22/2017 ODI #10967763.0

Headlights have repeatedly been replaced 3-2014 latest 3-2017 a total of 12 times this started at 20,662 miles, also brakes 3-2014 latest 2-2017 total of 9 times this started at 18,896 miles

other 3 complaints shown

12/30/2021 ODI #11445637.0

2013 Mazda 6 VIN [XXX] 1)Fuel tank leak. yes it is available for inspection 2)Gas leak with danger of fire or explosion. 3) Yes 4) No 5)Yes Reoccurring The 2014 Mazda 6 had a recall for the exact same problem I am having where the tank would overfill or if parked unlevel and it will activate a check engine light and "leak gas" out of the EVAP canister even while driving. The recall covered cars built between October 25, 2012 and May 9, 2013. My car was built 7-19-2012 and the dealer will not fix the issue. I have taken it to a dealer in Cincinnati and they said put a new fuel cap on it which I did. The problem has persisted and has gotten worse. I have taken it to garages where they have merely reset the light and returned it unfixed. I have lived "because of the Covid" with the situati

11/16/2017 75,000 mi ODI #11046586.0

Lifter link for seat height adjustment on driver seat broke off where it attaches to the adjuster rod. Seat rocks to the side during right hand turns

11/12/2019 ODI #11279642.0

The dashboard on the passenger side of my Mazda 6 2013 is melting and is very sticky. Today as I was driving I started to notice a glare from where the sticky melting part is and it started obstructing my vision.

airbags 2 complaints shown

3 total in this category · severe · avg repair $1,100 · see airbags cluster analysis →
07/10/2019 ODI #11230810.0

Manufacturers recall number 1317f. NHTSA recall 18v-018 and manufacturers recall number 70131. NHTSA recall 13v42500. First one is air bag on passenger side and the other is Mazda 6 door latch mounting screws.

06/15/2019 48,000 mi Crash ODI #11220322.0

Takata recall airbags did not deploy when hitting another vehicle while going 35 MPH on a busy highway.*dt*jb

visibility 2 complaints shown

03/18/2021 140,000 mi ODI #11403799.0

The low beam headlights are so dim you barely can see anything often I have to turn on high beam lights

02/20/2020 50,000 mi ODI #11310300.0

Tl* the consumer owns a 2013 Mazda mazda6. The consumer stated that the driver's side rear view mirror was frosted over. The consumer stated that it was very difficult to see approaching vehicle. The vehicle was taken to browns Mazda located at 5625 central ave, toledo, oh 43615, (419)531-0151, to be inspected. The contact was informed that the vehicle was not subjected to a recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted nor informed of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000. *as

brakes 1 complaint shown

12/19/2019 68,000 mi ODI #11290197.0

My 2013 Mazda 6 have some brake related issues, I was able to hear the vaccum or air leakage noise while applying brakes. Car takes longer distance to stop or at times it keeps rolling at the time of hard braking. Took it to local Mazda dealership and found out its the brake booster leaking and needs to be replaced which estimates around $600. I was trying to find answers online and looks like Mazda had the same issues with other models too from 2011 models. I need to know if this is a safety concern and Mazda should be extending their safety warranty ofr these known issues or defective parts.

electrical 1 complaint shown

08/19/2021 ODI #11429692.0

was driving on the highway when the check engine light came on. not 10 minutes later, I lost acceleration and steering. managed to get to the shoulder just in time before my car pretty much died. the water light and battery light came on when I came to a stop. mechanic discribes it as 'catastrophic engine failure'. other than the check engine light, there were no other warnings. the temperature gage was normal and there were no weird sounds or smoke. diagnostic readings said a coolant leak lead to the radiator overheating which caused the engine to seize. the freeze frame data says 'P0117 engine coolant temperature sensor 1 circuit low'. I researched that and it said that when 'low', the check engine will come on but there will probably be no other warnings and that the sensor usually need

powertrain 1 complaint shown

06/24/2014 10,200 mi ODI #10605714.0

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Mazda mazda6. The contact stated while driving at approximately 35mph, the vehicle started to make a noise and decelerated. The contact mentioned that the tranmission shifted gears independently and no lights illuminated onthe instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician was unable to diagnose the failure. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 10,200.

body 1 complaint shown

04/15/2014 13,000 mi 1 injury ODI #10582828.0

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Mazda mazda6. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, he noticed a spider running across the dashboard. The contact killed the spider but a few days later, another spider emerged and bit the driver. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 13,000. Upated 7/16/14*cn updated 08/15/17*cn

Showing 300 of 22 total complaints. The full federal record is available at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2013/Mazda/Mazda6#complaints.
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaint database. Last synced 2026-06-14. Complaints are owner-submitted and unverified — the existence of a complaint is not proof of a defect, but a pattern of complaints around the same component is a signal worth weighing. Verify any specific filing at nhtsa.gov.
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