Model year guide

2011 Mazda Mazda6

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2011 Mazda Mazda6 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 139 on record.

2011 Mazda Mazda6 — representative photo
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2011 Mazda Mazda6 at a glance

Safety recalls6
Owner complaints134
Typical price$10,025

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2011 Mazda Mazda6 recalls 6

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #18V717000 · 12/10/2018

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Mazda CX-9 vehicles sold, or ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Additionally, unless covered in "Zone A," Mazda is recalling certain 2011-…

Fix: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began November 9, 2018. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 1317F.

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #19V782000 · 31/10/2019

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2007-2012 CX-7, CX-9, and 2009-2012 Maza6 vehicles. These vehicles had their passenger frontal air bag inflators previously replaced under a prior recall using inflators of the same design. The inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.

Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-80…

Structure NHTSA Campaign #19V323000 · 25/04/2019

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2011-2013 Mazda6 vehicles sold, or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland,Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The front cross member may corrode af…

Fix: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the cross member and either install a side member and drain hose and apply wax to protect from rust, or install a drain hose and an improved front cross member, free of charge. The recall began June 13, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer ser…

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #17V429000 · 29/06/2017

Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2009-2011 Mazda6, and 2007-2011 CX-7 and CX-9 vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degrada…

Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is performed. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began on August 30, 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-…

Fuel System, Gasoline NHTSA Campaign #14V114000 · 11/03/2014

Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Mazda6 vehicles manufactured September 14, 2009, through May 2, 2011, and equipped with 2.5L engine. In the affected vehicles, spiders may weave a web in the evaporative canister vent hose, blocking it and causing the fuel tank to have an excessive amount of negative pressure.

Fix: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module and inspect and clean the canister vent line. If a web was found in the line, the fuel tank and check valve on canister vent line will be replaced. These repairs will be done free of charge. The recall began on Ap…

Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch NHTSA Campaign #13V425000 · 24/09/2013

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.

Fix: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will apply a thread locking adhesive to the door screws and retorque them, free of charge. The recall began on October 29, 2013. Owners may contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's recall number is 7013I.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2011 Mazda Mazda6 common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 134 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Wheels
Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.

What's a 2011 Mazda Mazda6 worth?

Low
$7,400
Typical price
$10,025
High
$12,500

From 139 comparable 2011 Mazda Mazda6 listings.

2011 Mazda Mazda6 trims & engines on record

Trims
i Sport · i Grand Touring · i Touring · s Grand Touring · High grade · Base grade
Engines
2.5L 4-cyl · 3.7L 6-cyl

2011 Mazda Mazda6 vehicles on record

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2011 Mazda Mazda6 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2011 Mazda Mazda6 have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2011 Mazda Mazda6. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Mazda Mazda6?

Based on 134 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are suspension, structure, steering.

How much is a 2011 Mazda Mazda6 worth?

Comparable 2011 Mazda Mazda6 listings run roughly $7,400–$12,500, typically around $10,025 (from 139 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.