10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #4

Jun 062000

626

  • miles
I had many problems with this 626, Mazda from the day I drove it off the lot and I tried to get the company to take it back and they would give me lots of excuses and were not helpful. In the end I was told the air flow sensor was gone & I paid $300 for repairs. 2 days later the car started having the same problem and had it towed in and the transmission was gone, catalytic converter needed replacing again and another part. I asked for a refund on the mass air flow sensor telling them that the O/D light had been coming on and I think that was the problem, but would not refund me for the cost. They then wanted $6000 for it all and I told them, I have replaced so many parts on this car and tried to get you to take it back and they refused. I also asked if they would give me a credit towards another vehicle, since I was sold a lemon. They refused. I had to turn the car back in to the loan company. I could not afford to pay $6000 for repairs and pay $350 monthly. I was ahead on my payments too. Turned it in to the loan company and now my credit has been affected. Because of all the costly repairs that I had to do and make payments along with it all. I want some help and restiution in this situation.

- Cypress, CA, USA

problem #3

Mar 212001

(reported on)

626

  • miles
Catalytic converter 2 times.

- Marblehead, MA, USA

problem #2

Aug 011996

626

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Engine check light stays on. The brake calipers and catalytic converter were replaced. Also transmission problems. Dealer contacted and aware of the problems. Repairs that have been made were at owner's expense. Provide further information.

- Merrianna, FL, USA

problem #1

Nov 011996

626

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Catalytic converter failed.

- Temple Hills, MD, USA