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Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how used vehicles are holding up in 17 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, and brakes to power equipment and the electrical system.
The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2016 Mazda 6 owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.
Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.
"Screen started to debond and become unreadable."
Anonymous, CA (2016 Mazda 6 Touring 2.5-L 4 Cyl)"Intermittently the map would not function or the GPS would be off track as if I was driving off the road by 100 feet."
Anonymous, NC (2016 Mazda 6 Touring 2.5-L 4 Cyl)Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.
"Cooling belt went out close to 100k miles had to get it replaced on a road trip, other then that love the car"
Anonymous A., ID (2016 Mazda 6 Grand Touring 2.5-L 4 Cyl)"Poor fuel tank design leads to water pooling around fuel pump which corrodes the mild steel fuel tank leading to leaks. Very expensive repair to replace the tank."
Anonymous, NY (2016 Mazda 6 Touring 2.5-L 4 Cyl)Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.
"Under investigating I found that there was something under the Passenger Side dash speaker that caused a rattle. It comes and goes depending on bumpy roads as well as my sunglass holder rattles in bumpy roads too."
Anonymous A., (2016 Mazda 6 Touring 2.5-L 4 Cyl)Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.
"Rear sway bar rusted and broke, requiring a replacement."
Anonymous A., MI (2016 Mazda 6 Touring 2.5-L 4 Cyl)AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.
"2024 crack in compressor caused $2500 repair in 7th year of owning the car (70000 miles). First and only major repair so far"
Anonymous, MD (2016 Mazda 6 Sport 2.5-L 4 Cyl)Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.
Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.
Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.
Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.
Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.
Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.
Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.
Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.
Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.
Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.
Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.
Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.
"It started about 2 years ago. When I start the car it is a blank screen. Most times it will work properly when Ive stopped somewhere for a while then it resets and (I guess) goes back on."
Anonymous, NC (2016 Mazda 6 Grand Touring 2.5-L 4 Cyl)