Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2018 Mazda Mazda6. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Fuel Pump May Fail
- Summary
- Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 Mazda3, Mazda6, 2019 CX-3, 2018-2019 MX-5, CX-5, CX-9, and 2019-2020 Mazda2 vehicles. The impeller inside the low-pressure fuel pump may crack and deform, potentially causing the fuel pump to fail.
- Consequence
- Fuel pump failure may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel pumps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2022. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 5321K.
Software Error May Cause Engine Stall
- Summary
- Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018-2019 CX-5, Mazda6, and 2019 Mazda3 vehicles. A software error in the powertrain control module (PCM) may cause the engine to stall.
- Consequence
- An unexpected stall increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the PCM software, free of charge. The recall began August 20, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3719F.
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Owner complaints (58)
58 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The engine is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 58 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 32 | 55.2% |
| Unknown or other | 10 | 17.2% |
| Power train | 9 | 15.5% |
| Electrical system | 4 | 6.9% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 4 | 6.9% |
| Service brakes | 4 | 6.9% |
| Fuel system | 3 | 5.2% |
| Suspension | 3 | 5.2% |
| Structure | 2 | 3.4% |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 3.4% |
How 2018 compares with other Mazda6 years
Best and worst Mazda6 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 99 | 6 |
| 2013 | 23 | 4 |
| 2014 | 137 | 4 |
| 2015 | 60 | 3 |
| 2016 | 77 | 1 |
| 2017 | 60 | 1 |
| 2018 | 58 | 2 |
| 2019 | 6 | 1 |
| 2020 | 2 | 0 |
| 2021 | 17 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2018 Mazda Mazda6 4 dr fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
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2018 Mazda Mazda6 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2018 Mazda Mazda6 have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 21V875000 (fuel pump), 19V497000 (engine). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2018 Mazda Mazda6 problems?
Owners filed 58 complaints with NHTSA. Engine (32), Unknown or other (10), Power train (9) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What safety rating did the 2018 Mazda Mazda6 get?
NHTSA rated the 2018 Mazda Mazda6 4 dr fwd 5 stars overall, with 5 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (10.3% rollover risk).
How does the 2018 Mazda6 compare with other years?
Among the 2012–2021 Mazda Mazda6 model years at least five years old, the 2020 drew the fewest complaints (2) and the 2014 the most (137). The 2018 drew 58. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.