2011 Mazda MAZDA6 Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 22about this part
- Share
- 16%of 135 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 65,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 22 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2011 Mazda MAZDA6, 16% of the 135 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 65,000 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I had to replace the batteriess on both remotes that open the doors at least 4 times a year since I owned the car. I feel this is a safety hazard since I can not get in my car unless I use the key. I also have no access to the emergency button on the remote with a dead battery.”
NHTSA complaint #11014126, filed 2017-08, 50 miles“Sometime around the beginning of june I thought my children had spilled something on the passenger dash by the windshield. It turns out it is not a spill, the dash is sticky, shiny, and it is soft and melting. I can stick my nail into the dashboard; it is like hot black asphalt where you walk with heels and the heel goes into the black asphalt. Since I realized this, the area that is soft, sticky/melting is progressing farther down the dash toward the glove box. My car has 46,000 miles and is out of warranty with Mazda. …”
NHTSA complaint #10749611, filed 2015-08, 46,000 miles“The AC compressor clutch locked up and caused the belt to make loud screeching noises. Also, something burning could be smelled inside the engine and burnt rubber was flung around the engine compartment. Another issue: read about this a lot because I am experiencing it, the passenger-side dash is melting. Seems they used a cheap material and when it gets above 80 degrees outside the dash begins to melt. It is sticky, leaves a residue on your fingers, and produces an extreme glare. The AC went out while I was in the drive-through ordering food. …”
NHTSA complaint #10864098, filed 2016-05, 60,000 miles“My Mazda 6 interior dash is melting in 74 degree weather in va. The dash is melting and making a sticky mess that may cause a glare on windshield while driving. Car is stationary.”
NHTSA complaint #11192615, filed 2019-03, 70,000 miles“Passenger side dashboard is getting a sticky surface on top. The top layer almost seems like it is melting. It is just starting to get sticky and it is just on top. The stickiness has just started in the last 2 weeks. The sticky surface is causing a glare and is affecting the visibility when driving. Further, the dashboard cracked all the way down after having the air bag replaced due to the recall. No pressure/damage/hits has occurred on the dashboard by consumer and yet it cracked all the way down in january 2018.”
NHTSA complaint #11073584, filed 2018-02, 99,000 milesRelated service bulletins
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- 11032103Apr 21, 2026This Service Alert supersedes the previously issued SA listed below: The changes are noted in Red. SA-011/24 02/12/24, 06/06/24, 07/29/24 DESCRIPTION Mazda has developed factory…
- 11026904Dec 10, 2025A musty/mildew type odor may come from the vents when the air conditioning (A/C) system is operating. It is most noticeable when the A/C is first turned ON. This odor is the…
- 11022742Aug 22, 2025Some vehicles may experience exterior trim heat damage such (melted, separating, etc.) when parked near a glass building or Low-E windows. This may be caused by the sun's…
- 11022727Aug 14, 2025When replacing the SiriusXM satellite radio unit, a call must be made to inform SiriusXM of the existing Radio ID and the new/replacement SAT Radio ID as soon as possible to…
- 11020039Jun 19, 2025Some customers may complain about a noisy HVAC blower motor or odor after a cabin air filter replacement. Foreign debris on the blower motor after servicing the cabin air filter…
- 11017699Apr 25, 2025A musty/mildew type odor may come from the vents when the air conditioning (A/C) system is operating. It is most noticeable when the A/C is first turned ON. This odor is the…
- 11007019Aug 15, 2024If you encounter any type of electrical concern (e.g, dead battery, engine no start, DTC(s) stored...), interview the customer before proceeding with normal MGSS diagnosis by…
- 11006987Aug 8, 2024In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by…
- 11005671Jul 29, 2024Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as…
Other or unknown: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2 | 12% |
| 2019 | 2 | 33% |
| 2018 | 10 | 17% |
| 2017 | 24 | 40% |
| 2016 | 11 | 14% |
| 2015 | 1 | 2% |
| 2014 | 17 | 12% |
| 2013 | 4 | 17% |
| 2012 | 20 | 20% |
| 2011 | 22 | 16% |
| 2010 | 33 | 15% |
| 2009 | 59 | 15% |
| 2008 | 2 | 2% |
| 2007 | 3 | 2% |
| 2006 | 2 | 1% |
| 2005 | 6 | 4% |
| 2004 | 5 | 3% |
| 2003 | 4 | 2% |
| 2002 | 3 | 11% |
Other parts of the 2011 Mazda MAZDA6
50 complaintsBody and structure
30 complaintsAir bags
28 complaintsSteering
16 complaintsExterior lighting
11 complaintsElectrical system
8 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
5 complaintsBrakes
4 complaintsFuel system
4 complaintsEngine
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsWheels
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2011 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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