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#BS-2009-MAZMAZ-3764

2009 Mazda Mazda6

Based on reports from 526 owners and 10 recalls for this exact model.

Complaints
526
Crashes
9
Fires
6
Recalls
10
TSBs
249
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Preliminary Verdict

Red Flag

Based on 526 complaints, 9 crashes, 6 fires, and 10 recalls.

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Top reported problems

1

excessive subframe flaking rusting

6 complaints • Severity 7.7/10

$X,XXX
2

engine failure

3 complaints • Severity 10/10

$X,XXX
3

ongoing electrical and computer problems

2 complaints • Severity 10/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the Structure:bodyHIGH

79 owners reported structure:body issues — failures commonly reported around 91K miles.

!Inspect the AirbagsMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

26
0–30K
73
30–60K
75
60–90K
70
90–120K
56
120–150K
51
150K+

Peak failure range: 60–90K miles (75 reports) • Median: 91K miles

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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Structure:body (79 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

AI-synthesized themes from real complaints

Buyer Lot Checklist

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Negotiation Talking Points

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Buy / Skip Verdict

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Where the complaints fall

Structure:body79 (15%)
Airbags73 (14%)
Suspension73 (14%)
Other58 (11%)
Steering35 (7%)
Structure33 (6%)
Electrical31 (6%)
Wheels & Tires18 (3%)

2009 Mazda Mazda6: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Structure:body Issues

Structure:body complaints account for 15% of all reports filed for the 2009 Mazda Mazda6, with 79 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 91,000 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 91K-mile mark.

Airbags Issues

Airbags complaints account for 14% of all reports filed for the 2009 Mazda Mazda6, with 73 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to airbags-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Suspension Issues

Suspension complaints account for 14% of all reports filed for the 2009 Mazda Mazda6, with 73 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to suspension-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Steering Issues

Steering complaints account for 7% of all reports filed for the 2009 Mazda Mazda6, with 35 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to steering-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

Complaint trend by year

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09
7
10
9
11
10
12
22
13
59
14
47
15
39
16
58
17
130
18
28
19
30
20
17
21
9
22
23
23
19
24
10
25

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2009 Mazda Mazda6. Recent trend: decreasing.

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Recall History (10 recalls)

09E011000Apr 2009

EQUIPMENT

THULE, INC. IS RECALLING 2,323 OWNER-INSTALLED ROOF-MOUNTED FIT KITS, MODELS 3068 AND 3069, MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JANUARY 1, 2008 AND FEBRUARY 28, 2009 THAT ARE USED WITH THULE PODIUM FOOT PACKS, MODELS 460 AND 460R. THESE FIT KITS WERE SOLD AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE BOLT(S) USED TO SECURE THE FOOT TO THE VEHICLE WAS MANUFACTURED TO A HARDNESS THAT MAY CAUSE THE BOLT(S) TO BE BRITTLE AND POTENTIALLY BREAK UNDER STRESS.

09V043000Feb 2009

STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS

MAZDA IS RECALLING 29,000 MY 2009 MAZDA6. THE OUTER DOOR HANDLES MAY STICK WHICH MAY PREVENT THE DOOR FROM LATCHING. THIS SITUATION MAY ALLOW THE DOOR TO OPEN WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION.

11V134000Mar 2011

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

MAZDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 MAZDA6 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 8, 2008, THROUGH FEBRUARY 8, 2010. A CERTAIN TYPE OF SPIDER MAY WEAVE A WEB IN THE EVAPORATIVE CANISTER VENT LINE AND THIS MAY CAUSE A RESTRICTION IN THE LINE. IF THIS OCCURS, THE FUEL TANK PRESSURE MAY BECOME EXCESSIVELY NEGATIVE WHEN THE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WORKS TO PURGE THE VAPORS FROM THE CANISTER.

13V425000Oct 2013

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

Mazda is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Mazda6 vehicles manufactured February 4, 2008, through August 24, 2012. The door latch mounting screws may become loose.

16V594000Apr 2017

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Mazda6 vehicles manufactured February 4, 2008, to December 3, 2009. The protective coating may not have been properly applied to the air bag control unit (ACU) and, as a result, moisture may damage the unit causing it to malfunction.

+ 5 more recalls in the full report

Recall severity analysis & seller scripts

The full report rates each recall's severity and gives you scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.

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The worst model year for the Mazda Mazda6 is the 2004 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is engine.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 526 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 10 recalls found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

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2009 Mazda Mazda6: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2009 Mazda Mazda6?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2009 Mazda Mazda6 is related to the structure:body, with 79 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2009 Mazda Mazda6 reliable?
The 2009 Mazda Mazda6 has 526 complaints, 9 crash reports, and 6 fire reports filed with NHTSA. The full report analyzes whether these numbers indicate real risk or are proportional to the vehicle’s popularity.
How much does it cost to fix 2009 Mazda Mazda6 problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2009 Mazda Mazda6 have any recalls?
Yes, the 2009 Mazda Mazda6 has 10 recalls on record. At least one is a critical “Do Not Drive” recall. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do Mazda Mazda6 problems start?
Based on 351 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 91,000 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 60–90K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
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