10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
53,197 miles

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problem #24

Feb 062023

MAZDA6

  • miles
During Virginia State Vehicle Safety Inspection in January 2023, the inspector noted a problem with severe rust in the rear Cross-Member (part 28-800A). The rear Cross-Member is severely rusted and crumbling at fastening and stress points. The driver side (left side) of the cross-member that secures the top of the (left) coil spring is so deteriorated that the left stopper (28-111B) became unattached from the top of the mount and is freely floating inside the coil spring, causing visible damage to the coil spring when the stopper (made of steel with rubber on bottom) and the coil spring come in contact. The same problem is occuring on the passenger side (right) of the rear crossmember as the upper mount is severely rusted and crumbling. If the Cross-Member mounts collapse or the Coil Springs break while the vehicle is moving, the driver would have extreme difficulty maintaining safe control of the vehicle.

- Burke, VA, USA

problem #23

Feb 012023

MAZDA6

  • miles
I heard that the mazda 6 was recalled for a front end suspension issue with rust.My mazda 6 had a problem with rust on the rear crossmember.It rusted out and came apart. I noticed the car was leaning to one side, had it checked out and the crossmember was rusted and broke. I am in the process of buying another car.Mechanic told me not to drive it very far.If the car was recalled because of rust on front suspension of car it probably has same issue on back suspension.

- Fostoria, OH, USA

problem #22

Jan 022023

MAZDA6

  • miles
The front sub frame was recalled due to SEVERE rot and corrosion. It was replaced at the dealers cost. The issue is the rear subframe has the exact same, if not worse rot and corrosion. I called the dealer and no recall is issued. Thousands of people are having the same issue

- Monroe, OH, USA

problem #21

Oct 112022

MAZDA6 4-cyl

  • miles
October 11, 2022 I hit a steep curb while pulling into a gas station before heading to work, which caused alignment issues. I originally thought it was just about that time for an alignment so I drove my car to tire discounters. [XXX] the manager there called me and told me pretty much the sub frame on my car was rusted so bad that he doesn-€™t even know how I made it to their facility, and pretty much it would cost more to fix than the car is worth, so I should think about trading it in or I would have to look elsewhere for someone to fix the sub frame. After google search about this particular part, my store manager found a recall for the Mazda subframes claiming the listed states fail to put a coating on the subframe to protect the car from rusting. The car originated from Michigan which was one of the states listed on the recall list, so I called Nelson Mazda in Murfreesboro, TN and they had informed me that this particular part was already fixed in 2019 but judging by the picture [XXX] from tire discounters sent me. No one actually fixed anything, so someone falsely lied on documentation so [XXX] from Mazda agreed to take a look at it and he agreed that this sub frame was not -€œproperly-€ done and had to wait a couple days to get approved in order to redo the recalled part. Well due to sub frame rusting caused additional problems like replace the front uppers control arm, the struts, the front control arm, and the tie rod end needs to be replaced as well. I specifically asked [XXX] if the sub frame was done correctly the first time would these additional problems exist and without any extra explanation he said -€œNo.-€, but he informed me Mazda is only taking care of the subframe at no cost, and an alignment. The alignment would prove useless without catering to the other maintenance that needs attention as well, and I do feel since the recall wasn-€™t not done properly I should not be responsible for additional costs as well. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

- Murfreesboro, TN, USA

problem #20

Sep 122022

MAZDA6

  • miles
I was driving my Mazda today and while I was pulling into a parking lot I hit a pothole and my rear frame broke and now the car is sitting on one side almost touching the back right tire, when Mazda recalled the front frame they should-€™ve fixed the rear frame too I believe that this should have been recalled because there is the same problem all over the internet with this model.

- Liverpool , NY, USA

problem #19

Sep 012022

MAZDA6

  • miles
The rear subframe is badly rotting out and broken in i right rear side. There is a large hole in the subframe next to the spring. The garage said it is not safe to drive. Same issue with the front frame and it was replaced under recall.

- Liverpool , NY, USA

problem #18

Sep 082021

MAZDA6

  • miles
Vehicle was brought in for recall 2818I in January 2020. Still noticed a rough ride afterwards and believed issue to be with the rear suspension. Local independent auto repair shop inspected suspension and said all was well. Brought in for regular check up at Mazda dealer in September 2021. Mechanic took video to show the amount of rust on the rear subframe. Condition is beyond repair without replacement and is hazardous to drive. This should have been addressed with the front subframe recall. Definitely needs to be addressed by Mazda now.

- Winchester, KY, USA

problem #17

Aug 032021

MAZDA6

  • miles
Rear cross subframe is very rotten and my mechanic told me not safe to drive car. Mazda had recall on front but not on rear. Is made of same material I look at line and a lot of people have same problem I hope you can help us with this problem Thank you and I hope you can investigate this major issue

- Southbury , CT, USA

problem #16

Apr 032021

MAZDA6

  • miles
Rear CONTROL ARM broke off the REAR SUBFAME due heavy RUST. I had to replace the entire rear subframe plus both control arms. This incident occurred WHILE I WAS DRIVING! Now I find out that the front end is shot as well and that Mazda is only recalling the front subframe and not the rear and I want to know why. Somebody could have been killed. The repair cost me $700 plus rental fees for a vehicle. I had my vehicle in the shop for 16days. It cost me $1,135. I have the invoices.

- Watertown, NY, USA

problem #15

Apr 282021

MAZDA6

  • 237,568 miles
Rear cross member is totally rusted out'just like the front cross member was that had a recall. Was driving and the right rear wheel totally collapsed under the car while driving at 60 mph. Could have caused an accident. Rear cross member broke in pieces

- Oxford, PA, USA

problem #14

Jan 242019

MAZDA6

  • 121,549 miles
The rear subframe has excessive rust and mechanic reported it would not pass yearly inspection unless replaced. Front subframe had the same problem in 2019 and was replaced through Mazda recall. Mechanic reports the rear subframe has the same exact nature of rust.

- State College, PA, USA

problem #13

Sep 092020

MAZDA6

  • 108,000 miles
The contact owns a 2011 Mazda Mazda6. The contact stated that there was an abnormal sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. The contact stated that the rear cross member of the subframe broke from rust and corrosion while reversing. The vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign number: 19V323000 (structure, suspension) for the front cross member however, the rear cross member was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer and an unknown dealer were notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 108,000.

- Springfield, MI, USA

problem #12

Jul 032020

MAZDA6 4-cyl

  • 141,000 miles
Mazda has recalled and replaced front sub-frames for corrosion related issues. Mazda has not recalled rear sub-frames which have the same corrosion related issues from improper steel quality or fault manufacturing of the steel components. Upon inspection of rear sub-frame, multiple holes in the rear sub-frame were observed, including multiple holes at the passenger side rear spring mount which significantly compromises the structural integrity. I am now afraid to drive the car at high speeds in fear of catastrophic failure and a crash. Mazda dealership has stated it is not under warranty or recall and will cost me approximately $4,000 to replace the entire rear-subframe. This is not a maintenance item in my opinion on a less than 10 year old vehicle I bought new, and is a defect from the manufacturer similar to the front sub-frames. Upon investigation on the internet, numerous Mazda6 owners who had front sub-frames replaced also have same issue.

- Charlotte, NC, USA

problem #11

Mar 012020

MAZDA6

  • 98,000 miles
The rear subframe is badly rotting out. There is a large hole in the subframe next to the spring where it us about to break through. The garage said it us not safe to drive. Same issue with the front frame and it was replaced under recall. Now the car been sitting in the garage for a couple of months and no parts available. The manufacturer offers no help.

- Clay, NY, USA

problem #10

Jun 012019

MAZDA6

  • miles
The contact owns a 2011 Mazda 6. the contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19V323000 (structure, suspension); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Eich Mazda (1933 w division St, St cloud, mn 56301, (320) 251-1737) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

- Superior, WI, USA

problem #9

Apr 232019

MAZDA6

  • 103,000 miles
Subframe on passenger side has rusted completely through, exposing a lower control arm bolt. This has occurred on the passenger side. There is a recall for 09/10 Mazda 6. don't know why this isn't expanded to cover this Mazda 6 model as I'm sure the subframe is the same throughout.

- Cincinnati, OH, USA

problem #8

Apr 122019

MAZDA6

  • miles
I was driving 40 mph and all of the sudden I heard a loud nice and my car was going to the right while my steering wheel was straight, in order to drive straight I had to turn my steering wheel to the left. While I made turns I would here loud noises. Also my traction light turned on and the breaks were not working well which made me slide and caused the tires to spin when accelerating and that's when I pulled over to a safe spot and called a tow truck. I took my car to the car shop and they told me the whole sub frame was rusted and needed to be replaced.

- Liverpool, NY, USA

problem #7

Aug 272018

MAZDA6

  • 93,112 miles
Was driving on interstate at 70mph and applied breaks, heard a bang from area of passenger front side and lost control of the steering of the vehicle causing it swerve into the adjacent lane on my right. I narrowly avoided being hitting and being hit by other vehicles and was able get the car to the shoulder event without having proper control steering as the car would only steer to the right. Upon inspecting the vehicle it was discovered that the bang was the passenger side subframe cracking due to heavy deterioration from rust. The car is underivable. I contacted Mazda and discovered that the previous years of this model have a recall for this subframe deterioration issue for the same exact part #. I was also informed that the car cannot be fixed as because of the part # is not available and has/is on backorder for many months. This defect is a huge safety risk, in my case I am very lucky this did not result in fatal accident traveling at 70mph on interstate 80. I fear other might not be so lucky. The subframe recall most certainly needs to be expanded to at least 2011 and subsequent years that use this same subframe. Additionally, at minimum courtesy to it customers Mazda should be altering its customers to have their subframes inspected as this is a very dangerous situation with many vehicle owners un aware they are driving ticking time bombs with subframes that are deteriorating prematurely and can lose control of steering at any moment.

- Valparaiso, IN, USA

problem #6

Nov 152018

MAZDA6

  • 5 miles
While driving to work on 290 in the morning traffic doing speeds around (30-50mph) the steering wheel began progressively rotating counter-clockwise with the vehicle pulling drastically to the right. The dynamic stability control turned off as if the vehicle was out of control and the vehicle acted as if it were on icy/slick surfaces no longer providing support to the driver. The steering/braking system began to struggle nearly causing an accident on the expressway causing a fishtail with the ABS attempting to engage. At this point the steering wheel was registering straight’ with the steering wheel turned approximately 90 degrees left. thankfully I was able to exit the expressway and pull into a just tires shop, who informed me the front subframe has rusted completely thru and even twisted due to the corrosion. Now my 2011 Mazda6 is not drivable and hopefully NHTSA will force Mazda to do a recall for subframes before someone is killed in an accident.

- Oak Park, IL, USA

problem #5

Oct 092018

MAZDA6

  • miles
On October 2, 2018, during the regularly scheduled 6-month maintenance and oil change, mechanic at Mazda dealership notified me of severe corrosion on front and rear sub frames. Service director notified me that the vehicle will not be returned to me due to safety issue and he was going to contact Mazda corporate on my behalf. On Friday October 5, 2018, dealership notified me that Mazda was going to repair it at no charge to me. I was contacted again today October 9, stating that my vehicle passed the initial inspection test, there is no perforation developed from corrosion, the car is safe to drive and I should come over to pick it up. After lengthy discussion expressing all my safety concerns (plus the fact that there are currently more than 30 reports investigated with the same issue), Mazda agreed to replace it at goodwill. I really hope NHTSA can create a pressure on Mazda to start the recall, because there are numerous drivers of effected models that do not know about this serious safety issue.

- Rocvkille, MD, USA

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