1996 Chrysler Cirrus vs 1996 Mazda 626
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 Chrysler Cirrus | 1996 Mazda 626 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 160 | 359 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 95 | 44 |
| Investigations | 2 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 35 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21 | 20–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 90,980 mi | 95,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler Cirrus | Mazda 626 |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 22 | 239 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 38 | 33 |
| Air Bags | 4 | 49 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 22 | 11 |
| Electrical System | 18 | 12 |
| Suspension | 18 | 8 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 14 | 9 |
| Steering | 13 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 8 | 15 |
| Brake problems | 6 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 15 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 12 |
| Overheating | 0 | 9 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 8 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 7 |
1996 Chrysler Cirrus
1996 Mazda 626
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.