Mazda 626 - Common problems

Last update 16. 02. 2024

Common problems with the Mazda 626

Some problems will only occur after many years of operation, others are related to technical solutions and forced the manufacturer to issue a recall. In the following overview, you will find the most common problems for the Mazda 626, for which Mazda has announced a recall through the EU Rapex system. For recalls and faults found in the UK scroll down.

If the problem is corrected in time, it may not affect the overall reliability of your Mazda 626. However, the fault can often remain unresolved because the previous owner didn´t know about the recall or ignored the manufacturer’s letter.

The good news is that automakers usually provide unlimited time to correct such defects for free. Check to see if all of the potential problems with your Mazda 626 have been resolved in the past. How to do it, we give advice on a special page.

Tip: Check the vehicle’s history by a VIN

Latest 626’s Issues in the EU

All 626´s EU Recalls

If you wish to know more about eventual problems of a specific car (e.g. real mileage, potential traffic accidents damages, odometer rollback, repairs, etc.), then we suggest going to HPI-Check.

Check the vehicle’s history

Latest 626’s Issues in the UK

MAZDA 626 – ENGINE MAY STALL WHILST DRIVING
on 04/08/2018
MAZDA 626 ( – 31/05/1998) DEFECT: The engine may stop while driving and can not be restarted. The strength of the inner part of the spill valve on the […]
MAZDA 626 – TIMING BELT BREAKAGE
on 04/08/2018
MAZDA 626 ( 01/05/1998 – 31/08/1999) DEFECT: The camshaft drive belt may break and cause the engine to stop suddenly.
MAZDA 626 – CHAFING OF HEADLAMP WIRING
on 03/08/2018
MAZDA 626 ( 01/10/1991 – 25/05/1993) DEFECT: The headlamp wiring harness may chafe against the shroud panel and result in possible short circuit with […]