2005 Mazda MAZDA6 vs 2006 Mazda MAZDA6
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 | 2005 Mazda MAZDA6 | 2006 Mazda MAZDA6 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 147 | 173 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 193 | 191 |
| Investigations | 3 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 12 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported mileage | 59,107 mi | 77,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mazda MAZDA6 | Mazda MAZDA6 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 76 | 93 |
| Power Train | 19 | 20 |
| Electrical System | 13 | 11 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 11 | 9 |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 | 7 |
| Engine | 4 | 10 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 5 |
| Structure | 5 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 7 | 7 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 9 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 7 |
| Overheating | 0 | 5 |
2005 Mazda MAZDA6
2006 Mazda MAZDA6
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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.