1993 Mazda MX-6: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1993 Mazda MX-6: 2 recalls, 54 owner complaints and up to 26 mpg combined.
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Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer, plus 1 equipment/tire recall that can apply. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Suspension Vehicle recall #92V045000 · 1992 · 2,450 vehicles
What's wrong: The lower arm ball joints on both sides of the front suspension May not have been torqued to specification.
Why it matters: The insufficient torque of the lower ball jointretaining bolt can result in the suspension failing while the car is in motionand subsequent loss of steering control without warning, which can result in anaccident.
The fix: Inspect the lower ball joint retaining bolts and tighten loose bolts to the correct torque.
Electrical Vehicle recall #15V674000 · 2015 · 1,368,500 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, grease applied to the contact points inside the ignition switch May become conductive and overheat.
Why it matters: If the ignition switch overheats there would be an increased risk of a fire.
The fix: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. The recall began on December 17, 2015.
1 aftermarket equipment / tire recall replacement parts sold to fit this car, not the car itself
Fuel system Equipment recall #05E065000 · 2005 · 42,962 vehicles
What's wrong: Certain spx filtran fuel filters with a 45-degree angle inlet tube, model 800f350-s1, sold as replacement filters for 1993-1997 Ford probe,1993-2001 Mazda 626 and mx-6, and 1983-1994 loyal, 3-door coupe, hatchback, sedan, wagon, brat, dl, gl, gl-10, rx, xt, and xt6 passenger vehicles with efi or turbo engines. These filters are packaged as wix, napa, and carquest brand fuel filters. Certain spx filtran fuel filters…
Why it matters: In the presence of an ignition source, a vehicle fire can occur.
The fix: Spx will notify its customers and provide a full refund. The recall began September 27, 2005.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 6 injuries and 1 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Brakes (hydraulic) (11): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Engine & cooling (9): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (3).
- Steering (6): the most common themes are steering problems (3).
- Suspension (6): the most common themes are steering problems (2), noise or vibration (2).
The 1993 Mazda MX-6 has 54 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 8 MX-6 model years for complaints (2.4× the average MX-6 year). Complaints peaked in 1999 (9 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 112,435 miles. Neighboring years: 1992 (7 complaints, 0 recalls), 1994 (46 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 31 | 26 | Regular |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 28 | 23 | Regular |
| 2.5 L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 24 | 20 | Premium |
| 2.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 19 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 1993 Mazda MX-6 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 1993 Mazda MX-6, plus 1 equipment or tire recalls that can apply. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 1993 Mazda MX-6 problems?
Owners have filed 54 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are brakes (hydraulic) (11), engine & cooling (9), steering (6).
What gas mileage does the 1993 Mazda MX-6 get?
EPA ratings run up to 26 mpg combined (2.0 L, Manual 5-spd), across 4 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 1993 Mazda MX-6 repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.