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2009 Mazda MAZDA6 vs 2010 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.

Metric2009 Mazda MAZDA62010 Mazda MAZDA6
NHTSA complaints386225
Recall campaigns99
Service bulletins (TSBs)252248
Investigations21
Crash reports85
Fire reports32
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)
Median reported mileage84,000 mi81,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentMazda MAZDA6Mazda MAZDA6
Structure12360
Air Bags7554
Suspension7643
Steering3629
Electrical System3214
Exterior Lighting1521
Visibility/wiper1413
Wheels166

Symptoms owners describe

Rust / corrosion13345
Airbag warning light130
Stalling109
Clunking / rattling80
Steering problems60
Vibration / shaking60
Overheating50

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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.