CarRecallWatchThe 1988 Mazda 626 has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 45 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 3 fires, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Seat Belts (27 reports).
1988 Mazda 626 recalls
Most common 1988 Mazda 626 problems
Problem areas named in the 45 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 27 |
| Electrical System | 7 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 5 |
| Structure | 4 |
| Power Train | 4 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 3 |
| Visibility | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
What owners report
1. BOUGHT A 1998 MAZDA 626 LX. 2. AT 56000 MILES, ENGINE NEEDED A NEW HEADER. 3. AT 57000 MILES, STARTER MOTOR FAILED. 3. AT 60000 MILES, TRANSMISSION FAILED. 4. CURRENTLY AT 70000 MILES, NEED NEW EXHAUST SYSTEM
DEFECTIVE TAILPIPE CAUSED CARBON MONOXIDE TO ENTER VEHICLE'S INTERIOR CABIN RESULTING IN CONSUMER CONTRACTING CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING. DEALER DIAGNOSED SEVERAL HOLES ALONG TOP OF TAILPIPE BETWEEN THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER AND THE MUFFLER. PH TOP SEAM OF EXHAUST PIPE HAD ROTTEN OUT BETWEEN CATALYTIC CONVERTER AND MUFFLER. *TT
WHILE DRIVING THE FRONT OF VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE DUE TO FUEL LINES. *AK CONSUMER STATES THAT THE FIRE PROGRESSED TO THE REAR UNDERSIDE FROM CENTER THIRD OF UNDERSIDE, THE PASSENGER WAS INJURED WHEN BEING ESCORTED OUT OF THE VEHICLE. *SLC
RECALL 88 V 063 000/PASSIVE RESTRAINT BELT: BOTH DRIVER'SAND PASSENGER'S MOTOR BELTS FAILED TO OPERATE. DEALER WAS CONTACTED, AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT COVERED UNDER THERECALL DUE TO VIN. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION CONCERNING THIS MATTER.*AK
AUTOMATIC MOTORIZED SHOULDER RESTRAINTS FAIL TO COMPLETE CYCLE UPON ENGINE START-UP CHOKING PASSENGER. UPON OPENING DOOR AT STOP, RESTRAINTS FAIL TO DISENGAGE TRAPPING OCCUPANT UNTIL MANUALLY DISCONNECTED . RECALL AT DEALER FAILED TO YIELD VIN MATCH. ALSO TOLD VEHICLE TOO OLD TO REPAIR. PROBLEM EXISTS ANYWAY, DUE TO SAME MANUFACTURER DEFECT AS IN CAMPAIGN 88V06300. CAN CAUSE INJURY TO OCUCPANTS. *AK
1988 Mazda 626 questions
Does the 1988 Mazda 626 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 1988 Mazda 626: Structure:Body:Door; Seat Belts; Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Drum:Shoes/Linings; Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1988 Mazda 626?
Based on 45 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Seat Belts (27), Electrical System (7), Latches/Locks/Linkages (5).
How do I check if a recall on my 1988 Mazda 626 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.