2014 Mazda Mazda6 Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
AvoidComplaint Index
82/100
#3 most-complained of 12 Mazda6 years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2014 Mazda Mazda6 ranks 3rd worst of 12 model years, with a complaint index of 82 and 137 NHTSA complaints tied to 4 recalls. Owners most often reported Electrical System issues (50 complaints, 36% share), earning it an 'Avoid' verdict relative to other Mazda6 years.
- Complaints
- 137
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes / fires
- 14 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 7 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 30
- 26 city / 37 hwy
Top 2014 Mazda Mazda6 problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System50 (36%)
- Brakes26 (19%)
- Engine24 (18%)
- Other20 (15%)
- Transmission & Powertrain19 (14%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires13 (9%)
- Steering9 (7%)
- Structure & Body9 (7%)
- Visibility & Wipers8 (6%)
- Fuel System5 (4%)
What owners report
- Steering wheel seizes suddenly at low speeds, sometimes with the ABS warning light on, leading to crashes into curbs or other objects.
- Ball joint separates from the lower control arm, causing the wheel to collapse inward and loss of control.
- Vehicle lunges forward unexpectedly while parking, with an unknown warning light illuminating before impact.
- Brakes fail to respond during wet-weather stops, resulting in collisions.
- Front airbag deploys on its own while driving at highway speed, causing loss of control.
- Vehicle rolls away after the driver exits without shifting into park, with no warning given by the ignition system.
2014 Mazda Mazda6 recalls
4 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 17V393000Jun 22, 2017Brakes227,814 vehicles
Parking brake
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Mazda6 and 2014-2016 Mazda3 vehicles. Water could possibly enter the brake caliper causing the parking brake actuator shaft to corrode and possibly bind.
Risk: If the parking brake actuator shaft binds, the parking brake may not engage or disengage fully. If the parking brake does not engage properly, the vehicle may move unexpectedly if it is parked on a slope, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will check the parking brake actuator shafts, replacing any that are corroded, free of charge. Remedy parts are currently unavailable. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed August 24, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1217F.
- NHTSA 14V675000Oct 27, 2014Suspension, Wheels & Tires99,711 vehicles
Tires:pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Mazda6 vehicles manufactured October 25, 2012, to October 10, 2014. If the pressures of four of the tires on an affected vehicle gradually drop at the same time, the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) may not warn the driver of the drop in pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring System."
Risk: A vehicle that is driven with under inflated tires may experience a sudden tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will update the TPMS software, free of charge. The recall began on December 10, 2014. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500.
- NHTSA 14V173000Apr 3, 2014Electrical System5,700 vehicles
Electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator
Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2014 Mazda3 vehicles manufactured June 12, 2013, through December 18, 2013, and model year 2014-2015 Mazda6 vehicles manufactured May 20, 2013, through December 4, 2013, and both equipped with a 2.5L engine and a regenerative engine braking system. When driving the affected vehicles in heavy rain or in deep puddles, the alternator belt may slip causing the Power Control module (PCM) to incorrectly assume failure of the charging system.
Risk: Once the PCM assumes that the charging system has failed, the vehicle will stop charging and could result in poor acceleration, loss of steering assist and windshield wiper operation, and a possible engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the PCM with updated software, free of charge. The recall began on May 19, 2014. Owners may contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 7314D.
2014 Mazda Mazda6 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 26 MPG
- Highway
- 37 MPG
- Combined
- 30 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,150
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2014 compared with other Mazda6 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2014 Mazda Mazda6 a good year to avoid?
- NHTSA data ranks the 2014 Mazda6 3rd worst out of 12 model years, with a complaint index of 82 and a verdict of 'Avoid' relative to other Mazda6 years.
- What are the most common problems with the 2014 Mazda6?
- Electrical System complaints lead with 50 reports (36% share) at a median 58,000 miles, followed by Brakes (26 complaints, median 56,000 miles) and Engine (24 complaints, median 39,000 miles).
- Does the 2014 Mazda6 have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2014 Mazda6, covering Brakes, Suspension/Wheels/Tires (TPMS software), Electrical System (PCM reprogramming), and Fuel System issues. None are do-not-drive recalls.
- How does the 2014 Mazda6 compare to other years?
- The 2014 model's complaint index of 82 is worse than 2012 (73), 2013 (27), and 2015 (55), but better than 2010 (100) and 2011 (91), placing it among the more problematic Mazda6 years.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2014 Mazda6?
- The 2014 Mazda6 gets an EPA-rated 30 mpg combined (26 city / 37 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,150.