2010 Mazda MAZDA6 Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 14about this part
- Share
- 6%of 225 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 76,150miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 14 complaints about the visibility of the 2010 Mazda MAZDA6, 6% of the 225 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 76,150 miles. 1 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.
“Passenger side dash started melting about a year ago and has gotten so bad the dash is almost liquid. Sunlight reflects off the shiny melted dash and blinds the driver. I was in an accident because I couldn't see due to light reflecting off melted dash. Dash is so sticky that you cannot touch or it will stick to hands/ clothing. I have ruined multiple items of clothing due to this mess.”
NHTSA complaint #11386507, filed 2021-01, 90,000 miles“2010 Mazda 6 isport passenger dashboard crash pad has been melting progressively for about 2 years. Only began noticing the dash melting upon my move to hawaii, so I assume it is a result of subpar parts and the hot/humid climate. This appears to be common with this make and model, based on research into the issue.”
NHTSA complaint #11043808, filed 2017-11, 60,000 miles“Noticed the dashboard on the passenger was starting to get shiny. I checked and found the shiny area. I check to clean it and found it sticky. As I tried to clean it it began to separate as if it was tar. I am concerned about the safety of the passenger in regards to the airbag is under this dash and for the driver being blinded by the reflection of the melting dashboard as it is shiny. I checked with Mazda and the said they were not responsible for it and would not cover any cost to fix it. My vehicle is a 2010 Mazda 6. …”
NHTSA complaint #10777716, filed 2015-09, 21,200 miles“This is the third complaint I have filed regarding the melting dashboard. I forgot to mention in the previous complaint that the melting passenger dashboard is actually not a true dashboard, it is an airbag for the front passenger. I have reason to believe that the melting, permanent, extremely stiky, semi liquid exterior of the airbag will fail to rupture properly allowing for normal deployment of the airbag. It may rupture too easily causing deployment of airbag with excessive force, possibly breaking the neck of a child or injuring an adult. …”
NHTSA complaint #10776465, filed 2015-09, 91,300 miles“The dashboard on the passenger side of the 2010 Mazda 6, 2.5l has melted from high temperature of the southern part of the united states. The surface has become very sticky and reflective. The sticky material has gotten smeared onto the windshield and is not removable, the more you try to wipe it away so the read can be seen the more it smears blocking more and more of the view. …”
NHTSA complaint #10776453, filed 2015-09, 68,300 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11035599Jul 29, 2026This bulletin supersedes the previously issued bulletin(s) listed below. The changes are noted in Red text. 09-042/04 12/10/04 DESCRIPTION Some vehicles may exhibit inoperative…
- 10243569Sep 13, 2023Some vehicles may experience exterior trim heat damage when parked near a glass building or Low-E windows. This may be caused by the sun's reflection.
- 10198691Jun 7, 2021Some vehicles may experience exterior trim heat damage when parked near a glass building or Low-E windows. This may be caused by the sun's reflection.
- 10198574Jun 1, 2021Some vehicles may experience exterior trim heat damage when parked near a glass building. This may be caused by the suns reflection. If a building creates enough of a curve with…
- 10111025Jun 8, 2017Some vehicles may experience intermittent non-operation of the windshield wipers. The wiper motor cover (A) may have been discarded during a previous repair. The missing wiper…
- 10091393Mar 30, 2016This article provides hvac heater/defroster operating tips using mode selector dial. This includes the use of intermediate positions.
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2 | 12% |
| 2018 | 2 | 3% |
| 2016 | 2 | 3% |
| 2015 | 7 | 12% |
| 2014 | 8 | 6% |
| 2013 | 2 | 9% |
| 2012 | 2 | 2% |
| 2011 | 5 | 4% |
| 2010 | 14 | 6% |
| 2009 | 17 | 4% |
| 2008 | 2 | 2% |
| 2007 | 2 | 1% |
| 2006 | 2 | 1% |
| 2005 | 5 | 3% |
| 2004 | 5 | 3% |
| 2003 | 4 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2010 Mazda MAZDA6
60 complaintsAir bags
54 complaintsSuspension
43 complaintsOther or unknown
33 complaintsSteering
29 complaintsExterior lighting
21 complaintsBrakes
16 complaintsElectrical system
14 complaintsTires
6 complaintsWheels
6 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
5 complaintsEngine
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2010 Mazda MAZDA6
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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