- The problem
- Certain spx filtran fuel filters with a 45-degree angle inlet tube, model 800f350-s1, sold as replacement filters for 1993-1997 ford probe,1993-2001 mazda 626 and mx-6, and 1983-1994 loyal, 3-door coupe, hatchback, sedan, wagon, brat, dl, gl, gl-10, rx, xt, and xt6 passenger vehicles with efi or turbo engines. These filters are packaged as wix, napa, and carquest brand fuel filters. Certain spx filtran fuel filters with a 90-degree angle inlet tube, model 800f300-s2, sold as replacement filters for 19983-1994 subaru vehicles with efi or turbo engines. These filters are packaged as wix, napa, and carquest brand fuel filters. Fuel may leak from the filter due to non-conforming brazing welds where the inlet tube is connected to the filter can.
- The risk
- In the presence of an ignition source, a vehicle fire can occur.
- The fix
- Spx will notify its customers and provide a full refund. The recall began september 27, 2005. Owners may contact mr. Chris greeson at 704-869-3733 or contact the wix information hotline at 800-949-6698.
Vehicle safety record
1998 Mazda MX-6 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1998 Mazda MX-6 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in October 2005 for the fuel system, gasoline.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical MX-6 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1998 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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No complaints about the 1998 Mazda MX-6 yet
No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
Mazda MX-6: every year compared
All MX-6 years1998 Mazda MX-6 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 Mazda MX-6 | 0 | 1 | A | |
| 1998 Mazda 626 | 434 | 6 | F | Compare |
| 1998 Mazda B-Series | 67 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 1998 Mazda Protege | 46 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1998 Mazda Millenia | 29 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1998 Mazda MPV | 19 | 1 | B | Compare |
| 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1 | 0 | A | 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 1998 Mazda MX-6
Does the 1998 Mazda MX-6 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1998 Mazda MX-6: fuel system, gasoline (October 2005). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 1998 Mazda MX-6 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1998 Mazda MX-6 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 95 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 1998 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