Consumer was driving at 55 mph made a sudden stop because another vehicle came in front , hit vehicle head-on, and dual air bags didnt deploy. Motor was pushed into dashboard, causing bruises and cut in lips and in jaw area. Please provide further information.*Ak
Vehicle safety record
1985 Mazda 626 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 1985 Mazda 626 with NHTSA, most often about the airbags (1) and the electrical system (1). Those complaints describe 1 crash and 5 injuries. There are no recalls for it. For comparison, the 1984 has 3 and the 1986 has 16.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical 626 year, for its age
#43 most complained-about 1985 vehicle
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 5
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1985 Mazda 626 problems
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No recalls for the 1985 Mazda 626
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1985 Mazda 626. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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6 complaints about the 1985 Mazda 626
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Transmission locked while driving at 70mph possibly due to faulty computer which could throw vehicle into 2 gears at onece. *Ak the mechanic noticed that there was a defect in the planetary head inside the transmission which caused the failure and locking of transmission. *Yh
Right side control arm broke into 2 pieces and caused accident. (Insurance adjuster for client)
When turning the steering wheel right or left the vehicle suddenly accelerates. *Ak consumer stated the problem was with the carburetor. *Slc
Vehicle will stall intermittently with no identifying cause. Please describe details. Tt
The rear driver side seat belt buckle will not come loose . Tt
Mazda 626: every year compared
All 626 years1985 Mazda 626 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 Mazda 626 | 6 | 0 | A | |
| 1985 Mazda RX7 | 4 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 1985 Mazda GLC | 1 | 1 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1985 Mazda 626
Does the 1985 Mazda 626 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1985 Mazda 626 right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 1985 Mazda 626?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the airbags (1), electrical system (1), fuel system (1).
How many complaints has the 1985 Mazda 626 had?
6 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on July 20, 1995 and the latest on April 30, 2001. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 5 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1985 Mazda 626 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 86 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Mazda 626 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Mazda 626 years have the most complaints?
1995 (493), 1998 (434), 1996 (362). See every Mazda 626 year compared.
What should I do if my 1985 Mazda 626 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data