- 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 MX-6 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 7 complaints about the 1992 Mazda MX-6 with NHTSA, most often about the seats & seat belts (2) and the suspension (2). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in October 1993 for the drum. For comparison, the 1991 has 14 and the 1993 has 54.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical MX-6 year, for its age
#163 most complained-about 1992 vehicle
- Complaints
- 7
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1992 Mazda MX-6 problems
Share of all 7 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1992 Mazda MX-6 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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7 complaints about the 1992 Mazda MX-6
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
While driving vehicle at operating temp, car will die and have to wait about three minutes before restarting.
Emergency override button failed, vehicle would not start. *Slc
Right andleft upper struts in front end.Mechanic said it was an inherent defect and would probably happen again. The problem was corrected on later models.
Recall # 97v211000 mazda/automatic shoulder belt rail; dealer did not expect shoudler belt rail as stated in recall notice. Consumer was told that system did not need to be inspected unless it was not working. *Ak
Mechanic stated that the mounting ofthe struts was defective in the early 1992 models and the cause of failure is bumps in the road. Also stated that it would probably happen again and it did. Mazda would only pay for parts this time since the warranty (time not mileage) had expired.
Buckle on motorized cable on left driver side sticks in resume position. *Ak
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Mazda MX-6: every year compared
All MX-6 years1992 Mazda MX-6 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 Mazda MX-6 | 7 | 1 | A | |
| 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 626 | 19 | 1 | B | Compare |
| 1992 Mazda 323 | 15 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1992 Mazda B-2200 | 13 | 0 | - | 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 MX-6
Does the 1992 Mazda MX-6 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1992 Mazda MX-6: 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 MX-6?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the seats & seat belts (2), suspension (2), transmission & drivetrain (1).
How many complaints has the 1992 Mazda MX-6 had?
7 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on February 6, 1995 and the latest on May 20, 2002. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1992 Mazda MX-6 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 77 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Mazda MX-6 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 MX-6 years have the most complaints?
1993 (54), 1994 (48), 1995 (38). See every Mazda MX-6 year compared.
What should I do if my 1992 Mazda MX-6 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