NHTSA lists 60 complaints for the 2017 Mazda MAZDA6, 1 of them mention a crash and 0 mention a fire. 1 complaints mention an injury, with 1 injuries and 0 deaths reported.
Data build 2026-10-08.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as MAZDA MAZDA6.
Model-generated complaint tags
These labels are model-generated, not NHTSA data.
Failure modes| Label | Count | Share of tagged | Mean confidence |
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| electrical electronic | 36 | 60.0% | 0.97 |
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| mechanical failure | 8 | 13.3% | 0.73 |
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| loss of control | 3 | 5.0% | 0.80 |
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| visibility or lighting | 3 | 5.0% | 0.87 |
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| fire or overheating | 2 | 3.3% | 0.65 |
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| fluid or fuel leak | 2 | 3.3% | 0.97 |
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| restraint or airbag | 2 | 3.3% | 0.96 |
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| unclear | 2 | 3.3% | 0.77 |
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| noise or comfort | 1 | 1.7% | 0.94 |
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| structural or corrosion | 1 | 1.7% | 0.51 |
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Severities| Label | Count | Share of tagged | Mean confidence |
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| moderate | 49 | 81.7% | 0.86 |
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| low | 7 | 11.7% | 0.71 |
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| high | 3 | 5.0% | 0.89 |
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| none | 1 | 1.7% | 1.00 |
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Model: typesafe/jev-1.13-20260917; schema version: tag-v1. 60 tagged complaints of 60 complaints (100.0%).
Confidence is the model's own probability for the label it chose (0 to 1), not accuracy.
Model-generated labels on tagged complaints only. Model years 2013 and newer are tagged in full; 2012 in part (see tagged_share); earlier model years have no tags. NHTSA's own flags remain separate in the complaints block.
Recalls
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1 recalls.
Date: 2016-10-18. Systems: EXTERIOR LIGHTING.
Defect: 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 (excerpt)
Consequence: A vehicle continuously driven with the turn signal flashing may result in confusion to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. (excerpt)
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. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
516 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 172 |
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| EQUIPMENT | 158 |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 52 |
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| POWER TRAIN | 42 |
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| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 41 |
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| EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 36 |
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| ENGINE | 29 |
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| STEERING | 27 |
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11037899
Date: 2026-09-11. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
DESCRIPTION If you encounter any type of electrical concern (e.g, dead battery, engine no start, DTC(s) stored...), interview the customer before proceeding with normal MGSS diagnosis by asking if any aftermarket devices have been installed. Aftermarket devices may be the cause of the electrical con
11034447
Date: 2026-06-19. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE.
This SA supersedes the previously issued SA(s) listed below. The changes are noted in Red. SA-061/25 12/17/25 DESCRIPTION If you encounter any type of electrical concern (e.g, dead battery, engine no start, DTC(s) stored...), interview the customer before proceeding with normal MGSS diagnosis by ask
11032003
Date: 2026-05-01. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
This bulletin supersedes the previously issued bulletin(s) listed below. The changes are noted in Red. 01-008/23 06/05/23 Some vehicles may exhibit rattling noises from the engine compartment and oil leakage from the drive belt auto tensioner. This may be caused by insufficient sealing at the driv
11032104
Date: 2026-04-30. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
DESCRIPTION Some vehicles may require the replacement of a damaged VIN plate or vehicle certification label. To obtain a replacement VIN plate (bulkhead-mounted and visible through the lower-left area of the windshield), contact DAG (Dealer Assistance Group) using VIN Plate Request Form available on
11032103
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
11032101
Date: 2026-04-16. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE.
This Service Alert supersedes the previously issued M-Tip(s) listed below. The changes are noted in Red text. MT-002/19 09/30/19 and 12/19/19 DESCRIPTION If an engine assembly is replaced after a catastrophic internal mechanical failure, clean the intake manifold internally before installing a repla
11032100
Date: 2026-04-04. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE.
This Service Alert supersedes the previously issued SAs and bulletin(s) listed below: The changes are noted below in red. SA-010/23 02/09/23 DESCRIPTION Some customers may experience one or more electrical malfunctions after a vehicle body repair. A newly painted fender stay (2) may be causing a poo
11028133
Date: 2026-01-26. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
There are currently 2 methods for cutting a new auxiliary key blank. A. Auxiliary Key Trace Cut Method a ? B. Auxiliary Key Code Cut Method 2019 and newer models require a 10-digit key code to accurately cut keys a ? 5-digit codes CANNOT be provided for 2019 and newer vehicles (the traditional 5-dig
11028127
Date: 2026-01-05. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
Some customers may report an odor or water in the HVAC system and upon inspection, the cabin air filter may be found to be wet.
11026917
Date: 2025-12-17. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
If you encounter any type of electrical concern (e.g, dead battery, engine no start, DTC(s) stored...), interview the customer before proceeding with normal MGSS diagnosis by asking if any aftermarket devices have been installed. Aftermarket devices may be the cause of the electrical concern. Below