10.0

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

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problem #4

Aug 152000

626

  • miles
The transmission went out in Sept. Of 2000. The car has been servised by university Mazda front brakes wearing engine light, battery and shift console problems. The car is a lemon.( dot number: )

- Seattle, WA, USA

problem #3

Feb 011997

626

  • miles
Braking system malfunctioned, causing extended stopping distance which may result in a crash. Dealer replace brakes 5 times. Common problem. Please provide further information and VIN#.

- Cinnanati, OH, USA

problem #2

Mar 211998

626

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
No summary included for this vehicle.

- Forestville, MD, USA

problem #1

Dec 301998

626

  • miles
Rotors have been replaced three times with 38,000 miles on vehicle. Brakes get wet and they squeal. Dealer contacted, and stated the problem was normal. Speedometer RPM will go way up when driving and car is warm. Dealer stated this problem was normal.

- Owings Mills, MD, USA