2007 Mazda6. Consumer states problem with clutch the consumer stated the clutch pedal would vibrate when it was depressed. The dealer replaced the clutch and flywheel. However, the vibration continued. The problem was then diagnosed as a bent connecting rod in the engine. The vehicle has an aftermarket cold air intake. The dealer stated while driving through a large puddle or creek the aftermarket intake sucked in water which cased the rod to bend and therefore the warranty was denied. The consumer didn't believe that the intake had sucked up water. The consumer stated other mechanics said it could not have sucked up a substantial amount of water.

- Oldfield, MO, USA

The contact owns a 2007 Mazda, Mazda 6. the contact stated that whenever he would press the clutch pedal to change gears, he would hear an abnormal clicking noise. The failure began to worsen to the point that the clutch pedal would not return to position once it was depressed. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the dealer advised the slay cylinder would need to be replaced. The contact replaced the cylinder on his own however the original failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to a different authorized dealer where the contact was informed the firewall was cracked and was causing the failures. The vehicle was not serviced for the failure. The failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 43,518.

- Philadelphia, PA, USA