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2018 Mazda Mazda6 Powertrain Problems

Powertrain complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2018 Mazda Mazda6 has 7 NHTSA powertrain complaints and 0 powertrain-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2018 Mazda Mazda6

Engine
21
Other
10
Powertrain
7
Brakes
3
Fuel System
3
Electrical
3

7

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated May 16, 2026

All Powertrain Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Mar 2, 2026POWER TRAINSystem Failure: The Power Train (6-speed Automatic Transmission) suffered a major malfunction, docum...
Dec 23, 2025POWER TRAIN,ENGINEI recently discovered a significant oil leak near the exhaust manifold of my 2018 Mazda 6 (2.5L NA),...
Jul 25, 2025POWER TRAINWas driving then car suddenly shut down and all panel lights turned on. The car would not start afte...
Mar 22, 2024POWER TRAIN,ENGINENoticed slight coolant leak, took car to mechanic, he stated cylinder head was cracked, & causing co...
Jun 28, 2021POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINEI took my car in for scheduled maintenance and the technicians at the Mazda dealer found out the ten...
Jul 1, 2020POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEMThe contact owns a 2018 Mazda Mazda6. The contact stated that he had experienced a transmission surg...
Aug 23, 2019POWER TRAIN,ENGINEVEHIXLE HAS OPEN RECALL #3719F. TOOK VEHICLE IN FOR SERVICE ON JULY 15 AND ACCORDING TO NHTSA RECAL...

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