2017 Mazda Mazda6 recalls and problems

The 2017 Mazda Mazda6 has 1 safety recall and 60 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Mazda dealer.

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Crashes / fires

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Injuries / deaths

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Recalls may cover only some 2017 Mazda Mazda6 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2017 Mazda Mazda6 recalls

Recall 16V-753: Exterior Lighting

Reported Oct 18, 2016 · 180 vehicles affected · Mazda North American Operations

Problem: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2017 Mazda6 vehicles manufactured August 12, 2016, to September 28, 2016 and equipped with optional accessory fog lights. Due to an incorrect combination switch being installed, the turn signals may not automatically cancel by the rotation of the steering wheel. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Risk: A vehicle continuously driven with the turn signal flashing may result in confusion to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the combination switch, free of charge. The recall began December 2016. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 0316J.

2017 Mazda Mazda6 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Unknown or Other	23
Electrical System	19
Forward Collision Avoidance	8
Engine	4
Power Train	3
Service Brakes	3
Structure	2
Seats	2
Back Over Prevention	2
Wheels	1
Air Bags	1
Exterior Lighting	1

Most reported parts

Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 4
Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 3
Structure › Body — 2
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera — 1
Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 1
Lane Departure › Warning — 1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Caliper — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 23,500 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2017 Mazda Mazda6 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Unknown or Other · reported Jun 8, 2026

The infotainment screen is malfunctioning through (i) screen cracking/webbing from the inside and (ii) ghosting, i.e., random system reboots and control changes (including volume increases). The ghosting malfunctions occur when driving and can be incredibly distracting and jarring because they are unexpected and randomly occur. The screen cracking is spreading to nearly half the screen to a point where it is not visible in certain lights. This appears to be a well-known issue for Mazda and the cost to address and repair is in the thousands. Mazda does not seem to be taking any corrective…

Unknown or Other · reported May 22, 2026

Ghost touch screen sudden changes in the volume to the maximum while driving. The Mazda dealership where I bought the car said I would need to pay for it, because the car is not under warranty. Mazda said they would not cover the repair.

Power Train · at 175,000 miles · reported Apr 8, 2026

The contact owns a 2017 Mazda Mazda6. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the engine choked, and the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that when the vehicle accelerated to 60 MPH, the choking and stalling failure ceased. The contact stated that the instrument panel was inoperable. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the failure was diagnosed as PCM failure. The contact was…

Electrical System · reported Feb 18, 2026

Ghost touch concern on infotainment touchscreen, similar/same as SSPB6 which was issued for earlier Mazda3 models and extended to other Mazda models. When car is on and touchscreen is not disabled, it exhibits phantom touches, making it unsafe and unusable as it acts like it is being tapped all across the screen. this is especially dangerous when using the navigation which was nearly a $1000 added cost, as it stops the map from being centered on the car location and moves the viewport around as the phantom touches occur.

Carry Handle, Shell, Base · reported Jan 9, 2026

The car seat involved is a Nuna RAVA convertible car seat that was sent to the manufacturer solely due to a safety recall. I declined the self-repair recall option and requested that Nuna perform the recall service, which they agreed to. During recall servicing, Nuna inspected the car seat and advised in writing that internal Styrofoam/EPS foam in the headrest was missing or broken and that the car seat is not recommended for continued use and is not safety tested in that condition. Despite determining that the seat is unsafe, Nuna returned the car seat to me without providing a replacement…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Mazda Mazda6 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2017 Mazda Mazda6: 16V-753 (exterior lighting). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2017 Mazda Mazda6?

Owners report unknown or other problems most often (23 reports), followed by electrical system (19). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 23,500 miles.

Are Mazda recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mazda dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.