2021 Mazda MAZDA6 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other MAZDA6 years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 18th of 20 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 Mazda MAZDA6. That ranks 18th out of 20 MAZDA6 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (13 complaints, 76%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 17owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2021 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 | 13 | 76% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 12% | — | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 12% | — | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2021 Mazda MAZDA6 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2021 Mazda MAZDA6.
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.
The Infotainment system malfunctions. The rear view camera freezes, not with the current conditions but a still picture of a street I do not recognize. This puts not only myself at risk for an accident but those of others as well. This malfunction has been taken into the dealership on two different…
Twice had low oil warning lamp appear. First time in July 2023, 2nd time in June 2024. Both times oil has just been changed 2-3 months prior. Saw articles that there was a recent lawsuit, which is why I am filling complaint as well. Not for lawsuit, but for repairs so this does not occur again.
Engine oil low warning 2k miles after oil change and again a week after topping oil off.
My car displayed a low oil level light between oil changes and after checking the dipstick it was low. No sign of visible oil leak so upon further research I was made aware of a TSB about defective valve seals causing excessive oil consumption. My cars VIN is in the affected range outlined in the…
Low oil light comes on. Using excessive oil between oil changes.
Other Mazda MAZDA6 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 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 MAZDA6 | 28 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Mazda MAZDA6?
Owners most often report engine, unknown or other, visibility/wiper problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 13 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2021 Mazda MAZDA6?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2021 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 2021 has far 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.