repaired · 2020 Q3
Structure
Risk. Corrosion may weaken the mounting point for the passenger side lower control arm, unexpectedly changing the steering alignment and increasing the risk of a…
2013 Mazda MAZDA6Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 23 owner complaints about the 2013 Mazda MAZDA6, most often about the suspension. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 19V-323 the manufacturer reports only 48% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 14, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2013 Mazda MAZDA6 has problems
23 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
5Suspension
5Service brakes
4Air bags1 crash/fire/injury
4Exterior lighting
3Structure1 crash/fire/injury
2Visibility/wiper
2Seats
1Electrical system
1Wheels
44 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 5 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 5 | 0 |
| Air bags | 4 | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 4 | 0 |
| Structure | 3 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 0 |
| Seats | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 |
| 4 other systems | 4 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2013 Mazda MAZDA6 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2020 Q1
Passenger side: inflator module
Do not driveRisk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
repaired · 2019 Q2
Passenger side: inflator module
Do not driveRisk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
repaired · 2015 Q1
Doors: latch
Risk. If all three door latch mounting screws become excessively loose the door latch mechanism would not engage and the door might open while the vehicle is in…
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mazda.
Best & worst years
2013 vs. every other MAZDA6 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the MAZDA6 median. How we score
'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2013 Mazda MAZDA6 safety ratings
2013 Mazda Mazda6 4 DR FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★Overall rating
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 5 stars (9.3% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What MAZDA6 owners report
Recent suspension complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2013 Mazda Mazda6. The contact stated that the vehicle had been repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V631000 (Suspension, Structure) where a coating was sprayed on the passenger side lower control arm and the area was drained. After receiving the recall repair, the contact…
I JUST BAUGHT A 2013 MAZDA6 THE REAR CRADEL AND CROSS MEMBER WAS COMPLETY RUSTED AWAY ONE MOUNT WAS COMPLETY RUSTED OFF.THE SPRINGS WAS ALMOST READY TO FALL OUT THE BOTTEM OF THE SPRING PURCH.IT LOOKED LIKE IT WAS PULLED OUT OF THE OCEAN WHERE IT HAD STAYED FOR YEARS.I TRIED TO FIND A USED…
My car has approx 115,000 miles. I took it to Bass Mazda to have spark plugs and serpentine belt changed simply for maintenance purposes. After leaving dealership my car was pulling to the right. My steering wheel was no longer centered. It also was turned toward the right. Any time I had to hit…
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