NHTSA lists 87 complaints for the 2002 Mazda 626, 6 of them mention a crash and 0 mention a fire. 4 complaints mention an injury, with 6 injuries and 0 deaths reported.
Data build 2026-10-07.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as MAZDA 626.
Complaints per 100k sold unavailable. No sales source is available for this record.
| System | Complaints | Share of this vehicle's complaints |
|---|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN | 70 | 80.5% |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 | 4.6% |
| SUSPENSION | 4 | 4.6% |
| AIR BAGS | 3 | 3.4% |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 3 | 3.4% |
| SEAT BELTS | 3 | 3.4% |
| EQUIPMENT | 2 | 2.3% |
| STEERING | 2 | 2.3% |
| STRUCTURE | 2 | 2.3% |
| TIRES | 2 | 2.3% |
| System | Subsystem | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN | AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 56 |
| SUSPENSION | FRONT | 4 |
| AIR BAGS | FRONTAL | 2 |
| POWER TRAIN | MANUAL TRANSMISSION | 2 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 12V/24V/48V BATTERY | 1 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | COOLING SYSTEM | 1 |
| EQUIPMENT | APPLIANCE | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN | AXLE ASSEMBLY | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN | DRIVELINE | 1 |
| SEAT BELTS | FRONT | 1 |
One complaint can name several systems, so shares can add to more than 100 percent.
Model-generated complaint tags: This model year has not been tagged.
0 recalls.
0 investigations; 0 open.
99 manufacturer communications.
| System | Count |
|---|---|
| EQUIPMENT | 42 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 23 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 11 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 11 |
| POWER TRAIN | 9 |
| EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 8 |
| SUSPENSION | 7 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 4 |
Date: 2026-08-20. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
Product Quality Information (PQI) DESCRIPTION Service Information MT-041/12 is no longer valid. It has been unpublished and superseded by the Field Quality Information Report (FQIR) reporting system.
Date: 2026-07-29. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY/WIPER.
This bulletin supersedes the previously issued bulletin(s) listed below. The changes are noted in Red text. 09-042/04 12/10/04 DESCRIPTION Some vehicles may exhibit inoperative electric rear window defroster grid lines, integral antenna concerns causing radio reception issues or terminal tabs pulled
Date: 2026-04-21. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE, POWER TRAIN, SERVICE BRAKES, UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
This Service Alert supersedes the previously issued SA listed below: The changes are noted in Red. SA-011/24 02/12/24, 06/06/24, 07/29/24 DESCRIPTION Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the sch
Date: 2025-12-10. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
A musty/mildew type odor may come from the vents when the air conditioning (A/C) system is operating. It is most noticeable when the A/C is first turned ON. This odor is the result of mold growth in the A/C evaporator/cooling unit which is caused by condensation, dust, and pollen within the cooling
Date: 2025-04-25. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
A musty/mildew type odor may come from the vents when the air conditioning (A/C) system is operating. It is most noticeable when the A/C is first turned ON. This odor is the result of mold growth in the A/C evaporator/cooling unit which is caused by condensation, dust, and pollen within the cooling
Date: 2024-08-08. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. It is the dealera s responsibility to comply with Federal, State, and local laws concerning odomet
Date: 2024-07-29. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle-specific workshop manual or owner's manual. Services performed outside of Mazda's factory scheduled
Date: 2024-06-07. Type: Other. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle-specific workshop manual or owner's manual. Services performed outside of Mazda's factory scheduled
Date: 2024-02-12. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, POWER TRAIN, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, STEERING, TIRES, WHEELS.
Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle-specific workshop manual or owner's manual. Services performed outside of Mazda's factory scheduled
Date: 2023-02-28. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Speedometer replacement procedure
None listed.
| NHTSA model label | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 626 | 87 |
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