1995 Mazda MX-6
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1995 Mazda MX-6 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.
1995 Mazda MX-6 at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
1995 Mazda MX-6 recalls 3
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 1989-1998 MPV, 1990-1995 323, 1990-1998 Protege, 1992-1993 MX-3, 1993-1995 929, 1993-1997 MX-6, and 1993-1998 626 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, grease applied to the contact points inside the ignition switch may become conductive and overheat.
Fix: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. The recall began on December 17, 2015. Owners may contact Mazda Customer Experience Center at 1-800-222-5500, option#6. Mazda's number for this recall is 8715J.
CERTAIN SPX FILTRAN FUEL FILTERS WITH A 45-DEGREE ANGLE INLET TUBE, MODEL 800F350-S1, SOLD AS REPLACEMENT FILTERS FOR 1993-1997 FORD PROBE,1993-2001 MAZDA 626 AND MX-6, AND 1983-1994 LOYAL, 3-DOOR COUPE, HATCHBACK, SEDAN, WAGON, BRAT, DL, GL, GL-10, RX, XT, AND XT6 PASSENGER VEHICLES WITH EFI OR TURBO ENGINES. THESE FILTERS ARE PACKAGED AS WIX, NAPA, AND CARQUEST BRAND FUEL FILTERS. CERTAIN SPX FILTRAN FUEL FILTERS …
Fix: SPX WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND PROVIDE A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN SEPTEMBER 27, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MR. CHRIS GREESON AT 704-869-3733 OR CONTACT THE WIX INFORMATION HOTLINE AT 800-949-6698.
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE SAS SENSOR UNIT. THESE VEHICLES CAN EXPERIENCE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENTS IN MINOR UNDERCARRIAGE IMPACTS.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE SAS UNIT TO REDUCE THE PROBABILITY OF UNNECESSARY DEPLOYMENTS IN LOW SPEED UNDERCARRIAGE IMPACTS.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
1995 Mazda MX-6 common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 40 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
1995 Mazda MX-6 safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 1995 Mazda MX-6 2-DR.. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
1995 Mazda MX-6 MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 4 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 1995 Mazda MX-6 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Dimensions & weight
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1995 Mazda MX-6 — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
NHTSA defect investigations 2
HEADLIGHT FAILURE Closed
OBTAINED RECALL 99V-358
NHTSA #RQ99022 · Exterior Lighting · opened Dec 1999 · closed Aug 2000OVERSENSITIVE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT Closed
IN MAY OF 1997, ODI UPGRADED TO AN ENGINEERING ANALYSIS WITH 51 COMPLAINTS. ODI IS NOW AWARE OF 88 COMPLAINTS OF ALLEGED INAPPROPRIATE AIRBAG DEPLOYMENTS. TYPICAL COMPLAINTS ALLEGE THAT THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED AFTER THE VEHICLE HIT A POT HOLE AT BETWEEN 20 AND 45 MPH, OR THAT THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED WHILE DRIVING AT BETWEEN 20 OR 60 MPH FOR NO APPARENT REASON. APPROXIMATELY 25 DRIVERS ALLEGED THAT THEY DID NOT HIT ANYTHING…
NHTSA #EA97012 · Air Bags · opened May 1997 · closed Oct 1998An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.
Manufacturer service bulletins 35
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 35.
Radio Unlocking Codes.
Bulletin MT-002-22 · Electrical System · Feb 2022In support of the new MRT distribution, Mazda will ship to dealers a new Dual Purpose Diagnostic Leak Detector beginning March, 2019. Training videos will be posted to MGSS shortly and Workshop Manual procedures will be revised gradually.
Bulletin 00-003-19-3583 · Engine And Engine Cooling, Fuel System, Gasoline, Fuel System, Diesel · Mar 2019In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. It is the dealer's responsibility to comply with Federal, S…
Bulletin 09-009-19-3566 · Electrical System · Jan 2019In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. It is the dealer's responsibility to comply with Federal, S…
Bulletin 09-034-18-3430a · Vehicle Speed Control, Equipment · Oct 2018In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. It is the dealer's responsibility to comply with Federal, S…
Bulletin 09-034-18-3430 · Vehicle Speed Control · Aug 2018In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. It is the dealer?s responsibility to comply with Federal, S…
Bulletin 09-035-17-3080 · Electrical System, Equipment · Aug 2017Speedometer replacement procedure
Bulletin 0900716 · Electrical System · Feb 2016IN ACCORDANCE WITH FEDERAL REGULATIONS, FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE LISTED BELOW WHEN REPLACING A SPEEDOMETER.NOTE:MAZDA VEHICLES ARE MANUFACTURED WITH TAMPER-PROOF SPEEDOMETERS.WHEN A SPEEDOMETER IS REPLACED, THE NEW SPEEDOMETER WILL READ ZERO (0) MILES.THIS PROC…
Bulletin 09-034-14-2956 · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · Aug 2014BATTERY TEST PROCEDURE REQUIREMENTS. *TT
Bulletin 0102504 · Electrical System · Jul 2004SPEEDOMETER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE. *TT
Bulletin 0902604 · Equipment · Jul 2004Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the MX-6. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
About the Mazda MX-6
The Mazda MX-6 is a front-engine, front-wheel-drive sport compact coupé manufactured and marketed by Mazda from 1987 to 1997 across two generations.
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