2002 Mazda MAZDA6 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other MAZDA6 years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 16th of 20 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 28 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Mazda MAZDA6. That ranks 16th out of 20 MAZDA6 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (12 complaints, 43%), typically at around 62,500 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 28owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2002 Mazda MAZDA6 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 | 12 | 43% | 62,500 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 10 | 36% | 57,500 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | 11% | 5,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 7% | 49,222 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 7% | 32,900 | — | — |
| Equipment | 2 | 7% | 300 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 7% | 62,062 | — | — |
| Tires | 2 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 4% | 68,100 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 4% | 32,725 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 4% | 49,222 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 4% | 32,900 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2002 Mazda MAZDA6 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Parking brake:indicator light
Problem: Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 135, "passenger car brake systems." during production, the float in the fluid level sensor in the brake reservoir can be forced off of the guide rail during the filling of the master cylinder.
Risk: Should this occur, it is possible that the float will not return to the guide rail and the brake fluid level warning indicator may not function.
Fix: Mazda has not yet provided a remedy for this campaign. Owner notification began july 14, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.
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.
I was driving my well-maintained 2002 mazda mpv (odo 66,000miles) on the freeway at 65 mph, when all of a sudden it was as if it was shifted into neutral. Had car towed to an independent repair facility, which diagnosed failed transmission. Had it towed to mazda dealer, who corroborated the…
Driver's side car seat belt latch broke. Dealer required prepayment to order part from manufacturer. Manufacturer does not inventory this part. It has to come from japan. Unable to drive my car since the seat belt latch is broken. This is a "safety issue" part. *tr
The 2002 mpv has had recurring problems with the fan control module. Their has been a recall on this item, but after having had the fan control module repaired under warranty the same problem resurfaced after only 24,000 miles -- and this time was not covered under warranty. The repair cost…
My 2002 mazda 626 only had 88,000 miles on the car before the transmission failed. *tr
Mazda usa mazda mpv 2002 dear sirs: i own a mazda mpv 2002 model which has been having minor sporadic trouble for some time. Between 1500 and 1800 rpm it would sometimes jerk and sputter and then it would settle down and continue. I've taken this to two different dealers during routine scheduled…
Other Mazda MAZDA6 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 MAZDA6 | 17 | 0 |
| 2020 MAZDA6 | 2 | 0 |
| 2019 MAZDA6 | 6 | 1 |
| 2018 MAZDA6 | 58 | 2 |
| 2017 MAZDA6 | 60 | 1 |
| 2016 MAZDA6 | 77 | 1 |
| 2015 MAZDA6 | 60 | 3 |
| 2014 MAZDA6 | 137 | 4 |
| 2013 MAZDA6 | 23 | 4 |
| 2012 MAZDA6 | 99 | 6 |
| 2011 MAZDA6 | 135 | 6 |
| 2010 MAZDA6 | 225 | 9 |
| 2009 MAZDA6 | 386 | 9 |
| 2008 MAZDA6 | 111 | 4 |
| 2007 MAZDA6 | 156 | 4 |
| 2006 MAZDA6 | 173 | 3 |
| 2005 MAZDA6 | 147 | 3 |
| 2004 MAZDA6 | 160 | 4 |
| 2003 MAZDA6 | 174 | 6 |
| 2002 | 28 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Mazda MAZDA6?
Owners most often report power train, engine and engine cooling, unknown or other problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 12 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Mazda MAZDA6?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2002 Mazda MAZDA6 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other MAZDA6 model years, the 2002 has far fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.