Mazda MAZDASPEED6 Problems by Model Year
NHTSA recorded 29 consumer complaints across the 2 model years of the Mazda MAZDASPEED6 (2006–2007) that have at least 5 complaints. 2006 has the most, with 20. Across all years, the part named most often is transmission and drivetrain (13 mentions). Pick a model year below to see its parts, mileage, recalls and service bulletins.
All MAZDASPEED6 model years
Years with fewer than 5 complaints are not listed. The score compares years of the same model, allowing for the era and for how long each year has collected complaints: 50 is a typical year, lower means fewer complaints. It is not adjusted for sales volume.
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | TSBs | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 9 | 37,500 | 4 | 41 | — | Not enough data |
| 2006 | 20 | 64,786 | 4 | 37 | — | Stable |
Parts named most often, all years
Counts add up complaint mentions across the listed years. A complaint can name several parts.
- Transmission and drivetrain13 42%
- Engine cooling5 16%
- Engine4 13%
- Air bags4 13%
- Suspension2 6.5%
- Body and structure1 3.2%
- Other or unknown1 3.2%
- Exterior lighting1 3.2%
Example complaints
One per model year, chosen for length and detail. Personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
2006: “Takata recall I get a letter every year that there is a recall but that the remedy is not available. There is no projection of when my remedy will be available. Meanwhile my vehicle has lower resale value, is getting older and I remain at risk. While 31% of at risk vehicles have received some kind of remedy, the rate of remedy appears to be slowing down. Five years after the recall, I might have a 50/50 chance of getting a remedy. I believe there is a good possibility that my vehicle will be in the junk yard before a remedy is offered. …”
NHTSA complaint #10849875, filed 2016-03, 133,000 miles2007: “Loud clunk in the drive train. Took it in and found the transfer case had leaked enough oil for large parts to be dislodged. Looked and found there was a TSB on the issue but was never notified. In searching the internet, I have found numerous people who have experienced the same issue. Mazda is aware of this issue but does not contact the owners of the car. The resulting repair is very expensive and, I feel there is a chance of transfer case lock up and possible loss of control.”
NHTSA complaint #10470031, filed 2012-08, 51,000 milesOther Mazda models
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About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Methodology