2015 MAZDA MAZDA6 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2015 MAZDA MAZDA6 has 3 complaints and 3 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report fuel leaks when the tank is more than three-quarters full and severe rear suspension corrosion causing loud noises and unsafe driving conditions. Some customers report no assistance from dealers regarding these issues.
Common Issues- Fuel tank leak. Fuel starts leaking after approximately 90,000 miles when the fuel tank is over three-quarters full.
- Rear suspension corrosion. Severe corrosion of the rear suspension leads to fractured suspension components, causing loud clicking or clanking noises and vehicle instability.
- Undrivable condition. Vehicles with fractured suspension due to corrosion have been towed and parked indefinitely without repair or manufacturer notification.
There are 3 recalls for this vehicle affecting tire pressure monitoring, electrical system components, and the parking brake. These recalls address safety-related defects with software updates and component inspections or replacements.
Recalls- Tire pressure monitoring system. NHTSA recall 14V675000 affects 99,711 vehicles. The TPMS may fail to warn drivers if all four tire pressures drop simultaneously, increasing crash risk due to sudden tire failure. Dealers will update the TPMS software free of charge.
- Alternator and charging system. NHTSA recall 14V173000 affects 5,700 vehicles. Alternator belt slippage in heavy rain or deep puddles can cause the power control module to stop charging, leading to poor acceleration, loss of steering assist and wipers, and possible engine stall. Dealers will reprogram the PCM with updated software free of charge.
- Parking brake actuator shaft. NHTSA recall 17V393000 affects 227,814 vehicles. Water intrusion can corrode the parking brake actuator shaft causing it to bind, possibly preventing full brake engagement or disengagement and increasing the risk of unintended vehicle movement on slopes. Dealers will inspect and replace corroded shafts free of charge once parts are available.
Owners dealing with repeated repairs related to severe suspension corrosion or ongoing safety recalls may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting an attorney specializing in consumer protection could help evaluate potential remedies.
2015 MAZDA MAZDA6 Summary
2015
Model Year
3
Total Complaints
3
Total Recalls
333225
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2015 MAZDA MAZDA6
227814 vehicles affected
PARKING BRAKE
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Mazda6 and 2014-2016 Mazda3 vehicles. Water could possibly enter the brake caliper causing the parking brake actuator shaft to corrode and possibly bind.
Risk: If the parking brake actuator shaft binds, the parking brake may not engage or disengage fully. If the parking brake does not engage properly, the vehicle may move unexpectedly if it is parked on a slope, increasing the risk of a crash.
2015 MAZDA MAZDA6
5700 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2014 Mazda3 vehicles manufactured June 12, 2013, through December 18, 2013, and model year 2014-2015 Mazda6 vehicles manufactured May 20, 2013, through December 4, 2013, and both equipped with a 2.5L engine and a regenerative engine braking system. When driving the affected vehicles in heavy rain or in deep puddles, the alternator belt may slip causing the Power Control module (PCM) to incorrectly assume failure of the charging system.
Risk: Once the PCM assumes that the charging system has failed, the vehicle will stop charging and could result in poor acceleration, loss of steering assist and windshield wiper operation, and a possible engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
2015 MAZDA MAZDA6
99711 vehicles affected
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Mazda6 vehicles manufactured October 25, 2012, to October 10, 2014. If the pressures of four of the tires on an affected vehicle gradually drop at the same time, the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) may not warn the driver of the drop in pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring System."
Risk: A vehicle that is driven with under inflated tires may experience a sudden tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Complaints
2015 MAZDA MAZDA6
ID: 2087918STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
The contact owns a 2015 Mazda Mazda6. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a loud clanking sound coming from the rear end on the passenger's side. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed that the rear end of the vehicle was severely corroded. The contact reached out to a mobile independent mechanic, and it was determined that the underbody of the vehicle was severely damaged and could not be repaired or replaced. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 111,000.
2015 MAZDA MAZDA6
ID: 2085172SUSPENSION
The contact owns a 2015 Mazda Mazda6. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormally loud clicking sound coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that the rear of the vehicle was bouncing, and the clicking sound was extremely loud. The contact stopped and parked the vehicle. The contact was fearful of driving the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The contact stated that an independent mobile mechanic visited the residence and inspected the vehicle. The vehicle was diagnosed with severe corrosion of the suspension. The contact was informed that the corrosion was irreparable. In addition, the contact was informed that the rear passenger’s side suspension was fractured due to severe corrosion. The dealer that sold the vehicle was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The contact stated that the vehicle had been parked since the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
2015 MAZDA MAZDA6
ID: 2063127FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Fuel started leaking after 90,000 miles when tank is over 3/4 full.