Mazda Mazda6 recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 29 safety recalls naming the Mazda Mazda6, launched from 2003 to 2022. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
Mazda Mazda6 recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 29
- 2003 to 2022
- Latest recall
- 4 January 2022
- R/2021/435
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Mazda Mazda6 recall
Newest first. The concern is the part or system affected, the defect is what can go wrong, and the remedy is what the manufacturer does to put it right.
LOW PRESSURE FUEL PUMP IMPELLER MIGHT BECOME DEFORMED
R/2021/435, launched 4 January 2022, 26,974 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the CX-3, CX-5, MX-5, Mazda2, Mazda3
Defect: The impeller in the low-pressure fuel pump may become deformed causing fuel pump failure.
Remedy: Replace the low-pressure fuel pump with an improved part.
FUEL MAY LEAK FROM FUEL PUMP RINGS
R/2021/411, launched 13 December 2021, 1,924 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the RX-8
Defect: Fuel may leak from fuel pump rings.
Remedy: Replace the fuel pump rings with new ones.
HYDRAULIC VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTER MAY OPERATE INCORRECTLY
R/2019/218, launched 29 July 2019, 2,252 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Mazda3
Defect: The software controlling the hydraulic valve clearance adjuster may operate incorrectly.
Remedy: Reprogram the system with improved hydraulic valve adjustment control software.
SOOT MAY ACCUMULATE AROUND THE INTAKE SHUTTER VALVE ON THE INLET SIDE OF THE ENGINE
R/2019/187, launched 25 July 2019, 70,435 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the CX-5, Mazda3
Defect: Soot may accumulate around the intake shutter valve on the inlet side of the engine.
Remedy: Check clean or replace the intake shutter valve and update software.
TAKATA PASSENGER AIR BAG INFLATORS MAY NOT OPERATE AS INTENDED
R/2018/321, launched 19 November 2018, 25,435 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Passenger airbag inflators may not operate as intended.
Remedy: Replacement of Airbag Assembly on affected vehicles.
TAKATA DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIRBAG INFLATORS MAY NOT OPERATE AS INTENDED
R/2018/284, launched 30 September 2018, 15,017 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Driver and Passenger airbag inflators may not operate as intended.
Remedy: Replacement of Airbag Assembly.
PASSENGER AIRBAG INFLATOR MAY NOT OPERATE AS INTENDED
R/2018/277, launched 30 September 2018, 1,500 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On the subject vehicles the passenger airbag inflators may not operate as intended.
Remedy: Replacement of passenger airbag Assembly
TAKATA DRIVER AIRBAG INFLATORS MAY NOT OPERATE AS INTENDED
R/2018/244, launched 30 September 2018, 27,262 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Driver airbag inflators may not operate as intended.
Remedy: Replacement of Airbag Assembly on affected vehicles.
INJECTOR MOUNTING NUTS TIGHTENING FORCE MAY BE INSUFFICIENT
R/2018/289, launched 17 September 2018, 11,021 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the CX-5, Mazda3
Defect: The tightening force of the injector mounting nuts may be insufficient. This could cause combustion gas to leak from the injector and contaminate the engine oil within the cylinder head. This in turn could cause the engine oil strainer to become blocked. This could cause the engine to stall. Engine Pressure Oil Light appears along with the engine malfunction indicator. Possible Engine Stall without Warning
Remedy: Vehicles affected will have the engine checked for contamination and repaired / replaced if necessary. The Fuel injectors will also be re-tightened to the appropriate torque.
FUEL INJECTOR SOFTWARE DOES NOT CONTROL THE ELECTRIC CURRENT CORRECTLY
R/2018/288, launched 17 September 2018, 48,875 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the CX-5, Mazda3
Defect: The Software controlling the fuel injectors does not control the electric current correctly. This may cause the injector control circuit to short circuit and cause the engine to stall. Results in possible Engine Stall without Warning
Remedy: Vehicles affected will have the injector control software re-programmed
VACUUM PUMP MAY WEAR PREMATURELY.
R/2018/236, launched 17 September 2018, 11,498 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the CX-5, Mazda3
Defect: The vacuum pump may wear prematurely meaning that in some applications where the brake pedal is pressed quickly whilst at low engine speed - the servo assistance provided by the vacuum system in decreased. This could cause a momentary decrease in braking performance. Braking assistance available to the driver can be reduced
Remedy: Vehicles affected will be fitted with a modified Vacuum pump.
AIRBAG INFLATORS MAY NOT OPERATE AS INTENDED
R/2018/184, launched 30 July 2018, 19,851 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On the subject vehicles the Takata Driver and Passenger airbag inflators may not operate as intended Injury may result due to incorrect deployment of the Airbag
Remedy: Replacement of Airbag Assembly
CORROSION MAY FORM AROUND THE PARKING BRAKE ACTUATING SHAFT AND CAUSE REDUCED HANDBRAKE PERFORMANCE
R/2017/327, launched 14 December 2017, 12,989 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On the subject vehicles corrosion may form around the parking brake actuating shaft within the rear brake caliper. This could cause the handbrake to become difficult to operate (greater force required at the lever) or in some cases prevent the parking brake assembly from applying sufficient force at the rear wheels and cause a failure to hold the vehicle. Insufficient force to hold vehicle stationary causing unintentional and unexpected movement of the vehicle.
Remedy: Inspect the parking brake actuation lever. If no corrosion is found replace the protective boot with a modified assembly. If corrosion is found on the actuating shaft replace the brake caliper.
TAILGATE MAY DROP DOWN WITHOUT WARNING
R/2017/163, launched 31 May 2017, 121,812 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the CX-3, CX-5, Mazda3, Mazda5
Defect: Water may penetrate the tailgate strut cylinder. This may cause corrosion which may affect the strut's attachment.
Remedy: Replace both tailgate struts on affected vehicles
MOUNTING POINTS FOR SEAT RUNNER MAY FAIL
R/2017/150, launched 31 May 2017, 95,172 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Mazda2, Mazda3
Defect: One or more of the mounting points between the runner and the driver’s seat may fail.
Remedy: On affected vehicles inspect the driver’s seat frame to determine if seat lifter links are damaged. If no damage is evident fit reinforcement brackets and ‘push nuts’. If damage is present to the seat lifter link replace seat frame. If damage is restricted to stabilizer bar then the bar will be repaired plus brackets and’ push nuts’ fitted.
AIRBAG MAY MALFUNCTION
R/2017/048, launched 22 February 2017, 12,306 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It has been identified that the density of the propellant within the airbag inflator may be insufficient due to inappropriate production and storage conditions of the propellant. In this condition the inflator may abnormally ignite at the time of the airbag deployment allowing the inner pressure of the inflator to increase abnormally resulting in the breakage of the inflator case. In this condition the airbags will not provide adequate protection during a frontal impact as the broken pieces of the inflator case could injure the driver and/or front seat passenger.
Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles to replace the driver and passenger front airbag inflators with modified units.
DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY CORRECTLY
R/2016/084, launched 29 April 2016, 32,030 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the BT-50, RX8
Defect: Continued exposure to high levels of absolute humidity may cause the driver’s front airbag inflator housing to rupture and deploy abnormally in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver’s front airbag. Should the inflator rupture it could result in metal fragments striking the driver or other vehicle occupants.
Remedy: On affected vehicles replace air bag inflator
ENGINE MAY STALL
R/2014/134, launched 21 October 2014, 394 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Mazda3
Defect: Engine may not restart when customer expects after i-stop operation. Although check engine light on dashboard will illuminate.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and re-programme the engine Power Control Module (PCM) with a modified calibration.
PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY CORRECTLY
R/2013/047, launched 24 April 2013, 11,627 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The subject vehicles are equipped with front passenger airbag inflators which could have been assembled with improperly manufactured propellant wafers. Improperly manufactured propellant wafers could cause the inflator to rupture and the front passenger airbag to deploy abnormally in a crash. This could result in increased risk of injury to the occupant and the possibility of a fire.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to inspect and where necessary replace the airbag inflator module.
FIRE MAY OCCUR
R/2013/043, launched 26 March 2013, 1,974 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: A ceramic condenser required for noise suppression located within the DC-DC converter may have a crack within it causing the condenser to short circuit. It is possible that the DC-DC converter may melt and generate smoke and in the worst case cause a vehicle fire. This converter is located under the front passenger seat.There is small possibility that the DC-DC converter may melt resulting in a vehicle fire
Remedy: A Mazda dealer will replace the DC-DC converter with a modified one.
ENGINE MAY FAIL
R/2011/038, launched 26 May 2011, 161 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It is possible that the clips retaining the piston pins were not fitted correctly during engine assembly. The pins may come out of position and wear the cylinder bores. In the worst case the engine will stop and not restart.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit new connecting rods and pistons.
ENGINE REVS MAY INCREASE INADVERTENTLY
R/2008/194, launched 9 February 2009, 15,854 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Mazda3, Mazda5
Defect: It is possible that white smoke can occur from the exhaust pipe and engine speed may increase whilst driving.
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and replace Power Control Module.
AIR BAG MAY FAIL
R/2007/032, launched 9 March 2007, 2,265 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Premacy
Defect: The airbag warning lamp may illuminate. Airbag activation system is disabled. In worst case the airbag may be activated unintentionally.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the central processing unit.
ENGINE MAY STALL.
R/2006/098, launched 21 July 2006, 2,005 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Mazda5
Defect: It is possible for the camshaft sensor plate mounting bolts to loosen. If the vehicle continues to be used in this condition the sensor plate and bolts may fall off resulting in an engine stall and inability to restart.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and tighten the sensor plate to the specified torque. Only replace parts if they are seen to be damaged.
FUEL LEAKAGE FROM THE FUEL TANK
R/2004/111, launched 11 September 2004, 18,279 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It has been found that the clearance between the fuel tank insulator and the exhaust pipe is insufficient. During driving this may give rise to an increase in temperature around the fuel tank which may suffer reduced rigidity. At the same time the inner pressure of the fuel tank may increase causing the fuel tank and exhaust insulator to make contact. Should the surface temperature of the fuel tank exceed it's maximum permissible range partial melting may occur which could result in a fuel leak.
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and fit an insulator kit between the exhaust and the fuel tank.
THE INJECTOR OIL SEAL ON THE CYLINDER HEAD COVER MAY BECOME DETACHED
R/2004/110, launched 11 September 2004, 1,517 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Mpv
Defect: The injector oil seal on the cylinder head cover may detach leading to heavy oil consumption and eventually if the oil pressure warning light is ignored engine seizure.
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and replace the cylinder head cover with a modified one.
FOG LAMP SECURITY CONCERN.
R/2003/099, launched 12 December 2003, 28,339 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the MX-5, Mpv
Defect: Repeated thermal expansion and shrinkage in use may cause the front fog light socket holder to become detached from the fog light case. As a consequence an exposed hot bulb may come into contact with part of the vehicle body or fittings.
Remedy: Attach a spring to the rear of the fog light to prevent the socket holder detaching from the fog light case.
BRAKE FLUID LEVEL WARNING LIGHT MAY BECOME INOPERATIVE.
R/2003/098, launched 8 August 2003, 16,332 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The brake fluid reservoir may expand temporarily during pressure bleeding of the system. This may cause the float of the fluid level sensor to seize or be displaced - resulting in non-operation of the warning light.
Remedy: Check position and operation of the float and adjust where necessary. Additionally attach a caution label to the reservoir concerning the brake fluid bleeding pressure.
ENGINE STALLS WHILST DRIVING
R/2003/018, launched 7 February 2003, 2,173 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: A surging noise from the air conditioner clutch may be interpreted as a fuel pressure leak by the engine management sensors. This will activate the fail safe system and shut the engine down.
Remedy: Install a short cord (with condensor) in the air-conditioner magnetic clutch wiring harness.
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
What to do next
If you own a Mazda Mazda6, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a Mazda dealer whether any recall work is outstanding. If you are buying one, ask the seller for proof the work was done, and run a Motoring Insider history check for finance, write-offs and the MOT history.