2018 Mazda MAZDA6 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other MAZDA6 years
- Fewer complaints than other years 15th of 20 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 58 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Mazda MAZDA6. That ranks 15th out of 20 MAZDA6 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (32 complaints, 55%), typically at around 7,200 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 fire, 1 injury. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 58owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2018 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 32 | 55% | 7,200 | — | — |
| Power Train | 9 | 16% | 8,600 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 9 | 16% | 18,799 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 4 | 7% | 6,600 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 7% | 400 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 5% | 49,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 3 | 5% | 5,700 | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 3% | 8,000 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 3% | 8,412 | — | — |
| Wheels | 2 | 3% | 11,000 | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Other/i Am Not Sure | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 2% | 18,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Tether, Lower Anchor (on Car Seat or Vehicle) | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2018 Mazda MAZDA6 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Problem: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 Mazda3, Mazda6, 2019 CX-3, 2018-2019 MX-5, CX-5, CX-9, and 2019-2020 Mazda2 vehicles. The impeller inside the low-pressure fuel pump may crack and deform, potentially causing the fuel pump to fail.
Risk: Fuel pump failure may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pumps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2022. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 5321K.
Power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm/pcm/tecm); engine
Problem: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018-2019 CX-5, Mazda6, and 2019 Mazda3 vehicles. A software error in the powertrain control module (PCM) may cause the engine to stall.
Risk: An unexpected stall increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the PCM software, free of charge. The recall began August 20, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3719F.
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.
Have had 3 seats replaced under warranty by Graco and was told to make a report with you. The rigid latch anchors on two have been faulty after 2 months. The second one got stuck in the installed base and pulling the release button did nothing. The rigid latch on the first got stuck in the open…
Fuel pump is leaking, just as all the other 2018-2020 fuel pumps but mine doesnât qualify for the recall.
The car only has 70k miles on it. The engine started smoking under the hood. Immediately stopped to look. There was oil leaking but I could not see from where. I took it across the street to the Toyota dealership and had them look at it. They explained to me that there was a crack in the cylinder…
Got error message that said "Forward Smart City Brake Support Malfunction" slso fot "smart brake malfunction" while driving. The ac stopped, the car speedometer kept going from 50 to zero. The car died and couldn't open doors, windows. Lost steering while driving. We were able to get off road and…
Crack in Cylinder Head of engine. Mazda has been sued about this and have issued recalls on turbo engines, but not on non turbo ones though its the same systemic design issue with these engines. Wants me to pay 5-7k out of pocket.
Other Mazda MAZDA6 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 MAZDA6 | 17 | 0 |
| 2020 MAZDA6 | 2 | 0 |
| 2019 MAZDA6 | 6 | 1 |
| 2018 | 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 MAZDA6 | 28 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Mazda MAZDA6?
Owners most often report engine, power train, unknown or other problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 32 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2018 Mazda MAZDA6?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2018 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 2018 has fewer complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.