Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2002 Mazda MAZDA6
NHTSA data on file today
The 2002 Mazda MAZDA6 has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 28 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #03V207000 MAZDA/FMVSS 135/BRAKE RESERVOIR NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Power Train 12 complaints
- Engine and Engine Cooling 10 complaints
- Equipment 4 complaints
- Unknown or Other 3 complaints
- Air Bags 2 complaints
- Electrical System 2 complaints
Of the 28 complaints on file, 1 reports a crash (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $4,500–$8,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2002 Mazda Mazda6 shows a moderate number of issues, mainly related to the power train and engine. The single recall is relatively minor, but complaints highlight potential areas for concern as the vehicle ages.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| power train | 80,000–120,000 miles | $1,200–$2,500 | common |
| engine | 70,000–110,000 miles | $800–$1,800 | common |
| brake system | 60,000–90,000 miles | $300–$700 | occasional |
| air bags | 50,000–100,000 miles | $500–$1,200 | rare |
| electrical system | 90,000–130,000 miles | $150–$600 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Brake fluid replacement
- Tire rotation and balancing
- Transmission fluid change
- Coolant system service
- Battery replacement
- Drive belt inspection
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Transmission slipping or jerking
- Engine overheating frequently
- Brake warning light activation
- Fluid leaks on the driveway
- Unusual engine noises
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2002 Mazda MAZDA6 at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.