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2005 Mazda MAZDA6 recalls and problems

3 recalls and 147 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Mazda MAZDA6.

3
recalls
147
owner complaints
12
complaints mentioning a crash
5
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2005 Mazda MAZDA6 recalls

Air bags: frontal, passenger side, inflator module

NHTSA campaign 19V781000 · reported October 31, 2019 · Mazda North American Operations · 47,006 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2003-2008 Mazda6, 2004-2005 MPV, 2004 RX-8, and 2006-2007 Mazdaspeed6 vehicles. These vehicles had their passenger frontal air bag inflators previously replaced under a prior recall using inflators of the same design. The inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
The risk
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is performed. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 2618F. Note: This recall supersedes recalls 13V130, 14V362, 14V773 and 15V869.

Air bags: frontal, passenger side, inflator module

NHTSA campaign 18V402000 · reported June 15, 2018 · Mazda North American Operations · 308,591 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2003-2008 Mazda6, 2006-2007 Mazdaspeed6 and 2004 MPV vehicles nationwide. Mazda is also recalling 2005-2006 MPV vehicles in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands. On July 9, 2019 this recall was expanded to include certain 2004-2011 RX-8 vehicles that were previously recalled under 16V-354 but have not yet been repaired. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these passenger air bag inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
The risk
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is performed. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began July 6, 2018. Mailing to the affected RX-8 owners began July 6, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 2618F. Note: With the addition of the RX-8 vehicles, this recall fully supersedes recall 16V354.

Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module

NHTSA campaign 17V474000 · reported July 26, 2017 · Mazda North American Operations · 308,992 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2003-2008 Mazda6, 2004-2008 RX-8, and 2006-2007 Mazdaspeed6 vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion and other factors, including manufacturing variability that, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
The risk
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is performed. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began on September 12, 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1417G. Note: This recall supersedes recall 15V-382.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jun 25, 2020 · Structure · 120,000 miles

I NOTICED MY VEHICLE WAS STARTING TO DRIVE FUNNY. I KEEP UP ON IT VERY WELL, ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, WASH IT OFTEN, FRESH ALIGNMENTS, NEW TIRES WHEN NEEDED. SO I THOUGHT SOMETHING WAS UP AND TOOK IT INTO A GARAGE. I WAS CALLED THE NEXT DAY AND WAS TOLD I HAD A HOLE IN MY PASSENGER SIDE RIGHT SUBFRAME. I WAS VERY…

Nov 4, 2019 · Electrical system · 82,455 miles

TCM UNIT FAULTY, CAR ONLY HAS 82K MILES, READING ONLINE THIS SEEMS TO BE A FAR TOO COMMON PROBLEM, I BELIEVE THE UNIT IS FAULTY!

Oct 2, 2019 · Air bags

I RECEIVED A PAPER SAYING IT WAS RECALLED

Sep 12, 2019 · Electrical system · 90,000 miles

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 MAZDA 6. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO NEW ENGLAND MOTORS OF FITCHBURG (LOCATED AT 71 JOHN FITCH HWY, FITCHBURG, MA 01420) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT UNKNOWN WIRES NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE…

Aug 5, 2019 · Air bags · 133,000 miles · fire reported

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 MAZDA MAZDA6. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED AND ATTEMPTED TO MAKE A TURN, THE DRIVER'S SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING OR IMPACT. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED CUTS, BURNS AND BRUISES ON THE LEFT ARM. THE CONTACT DROVE HIMSELF TO AN URGENT CARE MEDICAL…

MAZDA6 model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2002 12810
2003 6174112
2004 4160115
2005 3147125
2006 3173131
2007 4156152
2008 4111152

Across all years, the 2009 MAZDA6 has the most complaints (386). All Mazda MAZDA6 years →

Questions

Does the 2005 Mazda MAZDA6 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2005 Mazda MAZDA6, the most recent reported on October 31, 2019 (Air bags: frontal, passenger side, inflator module). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Mazda MAZDA6?
Owners have filed 147 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (76 complaints), followed by power train (19).
How many 2005 Mazda MAZDA6 complaints mention a crash or fire?
12 of 147 complaints report a crash and 5 a fire; 10 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received June 25, 2020.