2001 Mazda 626 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 626 years
- Fewer complaints than other years 7th of 9 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 188 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Mazda 626. That ranks 7th out of 9 626 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (139 complaints, 74%), typically at around 80,200 miles. Complaints mention 10 crashes, 4 fires, 11 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 188owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 10complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2001 Mazda 626 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train problems | 139 | 74% | 80,200 | “transmission rebuilt” (9%) | $4,400 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 20 | 11% | 68,500 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 11 | 6% | 45,149 | — | — |
| Equipment | 9 | 5% | 71,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 6 | 3% | 89,498 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 | 3% | 41,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 3% | 38,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 4 | 2% | 29,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 4 | 2% | 41,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 4 | 2% | 81,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 3 | 2% | 83,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 1% | 108,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 1% | 150,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 1% | 38,498 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1% | 23,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2001 Mazda 626 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2001 Mazda 626.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 MAZDA 626. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER FUEL WAS ADDED TO THE VEHICLE, THE ENGINE SEIZED AND WOULD NOT ENGAGE. THE ENGINE WOULD OPERATE WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS TAPPED. ALSO, WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE SPORADICALLY STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS UNSURE IF ANY WARNING…
My daughter was sitting in her car when she noticed smoke coming from the wiper switch area and blinker area. The smoke smelled like burning plastic. Upon further inspection by a mechanic, it was discovered that the ignition switch was bad, causing the starter to stay engaged. The burning smell was…
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 mazda 626. While driving 15 mph, and slowing down to make a turn into a parking lot, the steering wheel emitted smoke and burst into flames. The police department extinguished the fire, but did not file a report. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. An…
Our mazda 2001 tribute has been leaking brake fluid and mechanic said it may be something with master cylinder. After searching the internet i found mazda had a recall (#6712a) that covered 2001-2002 model year tribute suvs for a faulty brake master cylinder reservoir cap. We called mazda and spoke…
I have put so much money in this car. Alternator, transmission, brakes, tires and ball joints. Now the catalytic converter needs replaced, wiper motor and quarter panels are all rusted out. I am disabled and this is my only transportation. Should all of this should of gone wrong? It will not pass…
Other Mazda 626 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 626 | 9 | 0 |
| 2002 626 | 87 | 0 |
| 2001 | 188 | 0 |
| 2000 626 | 217 | 1 |
| 1999 626 | 318 | 2 |
| 1998 626 | 434 | 4 |
| 1997 626 | 358 | 3 |
| 1996 626 | 359 | 2 |
| 1995 626 | 488 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Mazda 626?
Owners most often report power train, engine and engine cooling, air bags problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 139 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2001 Mazda 626?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2001 Mazda 626 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 626 model years, the 2001 has fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.