1996 Mazda 626 Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 12about this part
- Share
- 3%of 359 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 12 complaints about the brakes of the 1996 Mazda 626, 3% of the 359 complaints for this model year. 2 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Brake failure- purchased used care 6/98, replaced brake pads 10/98, brakes failed 6/8/99 and had to replace brake pads and rotors (front) after accident. Transmission problems- the car began to jump while accelerating from 0-30mph, so I pulled over and parked (7/20/99) and when I put the car in drive it would not go. I had the car towed to a mechanic who told me that I was having transmission problems and advised me to drive the car w/the overdrive off and that is the only way the car moves in drive. …”
NHTSA complaint #710446, filed 1999-08“Driving vehicle, when applying brakes vehicle would fishtail for no reason; would also make groaning noise; happens at various speeds. A lot of vibrations would occur in the steering column at same time; took to dealer & mechanic could not find problem; went through autocap in order for a rep. To check vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #813554, filed 1997-06“Engine check light stays on. The brake calipers and catalytic converter were replaced. Also transmission problems. Dealer contacted and aware of the problems. Repairs that have been made were at owner's expense. Provide further information.”
NHTSA complaint #833619, filed 1999-01“While applying normal pressure on (ABS) brakes, brake pedal would drop completely to floor, finally would engage enough to stop; happens intermittenly; took to dealer, he could not find or fix problem.”
NHTSA complaint #810074, filed 1997-03“Driving on smooth pavement ABS light comes on. Was taken to dealer 4 times, dealer cannot find problem. Changed airbag's main controller/replaced right side airbag.”
NHTSA complaint #819058, filed 1997-11Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 1 | 11% |
| 2002 | 1 | 1% |
| 2001 | 7 | 4% |
| 2000 | 14 | 6% |
| 1999 | 16 | 5% |
| 1998 | 2 | 0% |
| 1997 | 14 | 4% |
| 1996 | 12 | 3% |
| 1995 | 13 | 3% |
| 1994 | 18 | 6% |
| 1993 | 25 | 20% |
| 1992 | 2 | 11% |
| 1991 | 8 | 13% |
| 1990 | 3 | 7% |
| 1989 | 2 | 5% |
| 1988 | 1 | 2% |
| 1987 | 1 | 3% |
| 1986 | 1 | 6% |
Other parts of the 1996 Mazda 626
239 complaintsAir bags
49 complaintsEngine cooling
33 complaintsOther or unknown
14 complaintsElectrical system
12 complaintsVehicle speed control
9 complaintsSeat belts
8 complaintsSuspension
8 complaintsSteering
7 complaintsFuel system
5 complaintsSeats
4 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1996 Mazda 626
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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