1996 Mazda 626 Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 14about this part
- Share
- 4%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 14 complaints about the other or unknown of the 1996 Mazda 626, 4% of the 359 complaints for this model year.
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.
“I bought a 1996 Mazda 626 in the summer of 2004. I have had problems with the overdrive light coming on when I drive about 55 m.p.h. I do not have the time or money to replace a transmission! I bought the car for less than what a new transmission would cost. Now I am trying to sell this car and its not possible because it cannot be driven on the freeway. Something needs to be done about this, we need to be able to be given something to do to fix this problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10126429, filed 2005-06“1996 Mazda 626 78,000 o/d light blink after app 30 minutes of driving car starts to slip. Check engene light comes on after app 45 minutes. Gas pedal sticks on take off usually lossens up when driving. Was told repairs will top 3,000 cant afford!”
NHTSA complaint #10040967, filed 2003-09“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“Overdrive light and engine check light remain illuminated, indicating a malfunction within the system. Dealer cannot determine the cause. Please give any further details.”
NHTSA complaint #8005386, filed 2002-03“When consumer statrts vehicle the engine taps loud noises. Also, the engine checklight stays on for a long period of time. Consumer took vehicle to the dealership,and still experienced the same problem.”
NHTSA complaint #855448, filed 2000-01Other or unknown: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 1 | 11% |
| 2002 | 1 | 1% |
| 2001 | 4 | 2% |
| 2000 | 1 | 0% |
| 1999 | 3 | 1% |
| 1998 | 9 | 2% |
| 1997 | 16 | 4% |
| 1996 | 14 | 4% |
| 1995 | 10 | 2% |
| 1994 | 8 | 3% |
| 1993 | 5 | 4% |
| 1992 | 1 | 5% |
| 1991 | 2 | 3% |
| 1990 | 1 | 2% |
Other parts of the 1996 Mazda 626
239 complaintsAir bags
49 complaintsEngine cooling
33 complaintsBrakes
12 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 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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