- The problem
- The groove for the rear wheel bearing retainer ring was incorrectly machined.
- The risk
- If the retaining ring does not sit correctly in thegroove, the axle lug nuts will break, causing the brake drum, wheel, and tireassembly to separate from the vehicle.
- The fix
- Midas shops will replace the brake drums with other brake drums from another supplier.
Vehicle safety record
1992 Mazda 626 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 19 complaints about the 1992 Mazda 626 with NHTSA, most often about the seats & seat belts (5) and the transmission & drivetrain (5). Those complaints describe 3 crashes and 3 injuries. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in October 1993 for the drum. For comparison, the 1991 has 64 and the 1993 has 127.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical 626 year, for its age
#111 most complained-about 1992 vehicle
- Complaints
- 19
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 3
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 3
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1992 Mazda 626 problems
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1992 Mazda 626 recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
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19 complaints about the 1992 Mazda 626
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1992 Mazda 626 dx, odometer 184,580mi. Vehicle traveling at approx 35mph on city street. As another vehicle cut me off I pressed the brakes hard at which point I heard a popping sound and brake pedal went all the way to the floor but the car was not stopping. At which point I pumped the brakes a few times and only heard some air hissing sound. I was lucky enough to be able to downshift the manual transmission and use the hand brake to narrowly avoid an accident. It turns out that the brake line(or possibly...
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multiple lines) under the car ruptured and caused complete loss of braking fluid(which spilled out of the system) and therefore complete loss of braking ability. The car is currently disabled and available for inspection. This should be investigated as possible defect in components and/or manufacturing process. *Kb
I am the owner of a1992 mazda 626 which is having a transition problem indicated by the flashing hold light. Though my talking to many mazda owners this seems to be a common occurrence with this make, model and year car. At this time the transition is shifting rough and appears to not shift past third gear.
Mazda 626 - auto transmission - full maintenance history at mazda dealer. Auto transmission hold light issues and locking lugs in the torque convertor fragmented into the gear selection sections of the auto transmission. Dealer warranty did not apply due tot he torque convertor being seen by insurers as an accessory to the transmission rather than a part of it. After some $3,500 we have the auto transmission replaced, and it still doesn't work - it starts to select 4th gear in over drive to start etc. Ends u...
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that the transmission computer went haywire which sent the transmission into early failure. I thought I was just unlucky until I started reviewing the costs for transmission computers ion the web and found huge numbers of individuals who had the same experiences. Mazda should have recalled all of the above, particularly where they had been the ones maintaining the unit over the years. It is a very poor performance.
I have a 1992 mazda 626, with automatic front seat belt retractors. About six months ago, the right side retractor failed, resulting in an extended buzzing of the seat belt alarm, and a dashboard warning light that would not go out. Mazda agreed to furnish the part, but left me with the significant labor cost. Now the left side has failed. I took it in to the dealer today, the second business day of the year, and the service department advises me that, as of this year, mazda will not assist in this repair at...
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all. This malfunction may prevent me from obtaining a valid safety inspection, and the cost of this repair would be nearly 1/2 the present value of the vehicle. I thought there was some nhtsa requirement that the manufacturer had to maintain the seat belt system from malfunctions, and make repairs at their expense.*Ak
Driving from denver, co towards santa barbara, ca on 6/15/01. Was on hwy 70 west at mile marker 100 in utah between green river and salina, when tire blewout at 75mph and car went out of control and landed in ditch. Tire damaged and left rear side bumper detached from car. Neck injury as a result of accident. Subsequently discovered that tread was peeling off tire as driving. Have pictures of tire damage and skid marks on road. Also have peeled off tread but not original tire. Tire info given previously is...
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off right rear tire which was purchased at the same time as damaged tire. Can also get police report if necessary. Note: could not find dot # so provided other tire numbers. *Ak (dot number: ??? Tiresize: p18570r14m)
Front lens on turn signal are cracked. Vehicle hasn't been in an accident. Consumer covered holes up with tape so moisture wouldn't settle in. Mazda was contacted and they had no complaints.*Aki
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK
Belt mechanism fails to move the belt forward when the door is opened.
Component failure unknown. Car was cold started from park, gear shift (firmly believed to be) placed in reverse; emergency brake released; clutch eased; car fast accelerated forward, jumping over a cement block/tire stop, crashing into and partially through an aluminum guard rail; cruise control was used previous evening
SPEEDOMETER BROKEN.
While driving applied the brakes with force, causing the air bag to deploy, causing facial burns/neck pain. *Ak
THROTTLE STUCK DUE TO FOULED THROTTLE BODY. *DH
The automatic shoulder seat belt moves back and forth, when consumer is driving the vehicle. Please describe. *Ak
Macpherson strut failure, spring ruptures rubber housing, causes loss of vehicle control. *Ak
Driver's side automatic seat belt has failed, motorized belt has completely stopped working. Tt
While driver was sitting in car with foot hanging out, transmission slipped into gear, pulled driver out, ran driver over. *Dsh
METAL BRACKET AROUND SUN ROOF FAILED. *DSH
Automatic transmission failure, makes loud noise when driving, needs to replace transmission. *Ak
Automated seat belts on driver side broke for seventh time. Tt
Mazda 626: every year compared
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 362 | 3 | F |
| 1995 | 493 | 4 | F |
| 1994 | 287 | 4 | F |
| 1993 | 127 | 2 | F |
| 1992 | 19 | 1 | B |
| 1991 | 64 | 2 | D |
| 1990 | 45 | 2 | C |
| 1989 | 42 | 2 | C |
| 1988 | 46 | 6 | C |
1992 Mazda 626 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 Mazda 626 | 19 | 1 | B | |
| 1992 Mazda Protege | 65 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 1992 Mazda MPV | 61 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 1992 Mazda MX-3 | 47 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1992 Mazda 929 | 36 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 23 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1992 Mazda 323 | 15 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1992 Mazda B-2200 | 13 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 1992 Mazda Navajo | 12 | 4 | 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 1992 Mazda 626
Does the 1992 Mazda 626 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1992 Mazda 626: drum (October 1993). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1992 Mazda 626?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the seats & seat belts (5), transmission & drivetrain (5), brakes (2).
How many complaints has the 1992 Mazda 626 had?
19 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on February 27, 1995 and the latest on October 12, 2011. Of these, 3 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 3 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1992 Mazda 626 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 71 out of 100 (grade B: 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 1992 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