2016 Mazda 6: common problems and reliability
An average 6 year.
77 owner complaints, most about service brakes. 1 recall.
Should I buy a 2016 6?The 2016 Mazda 6 has 77 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 1 recall on record. The most-reported areas are service brakes and power train.
Safety record for the 2016 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2016 Mazda 6 vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other 6 years only. How we score it
Is 2016 a good year for the 6?
Across the 20 6 model years we track, complaint volume runs from 2 (2020) to 386 (2009). With 77 complaints, the 2016 6 sits below the model's median of 111.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
Recalls affecting the 2016 6
steering:electric power assist system
Campaign 17V546000Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016 Mazda6 vehicles. Debris from the welding process during manufacturing of the front passenger seat frame may damage the occupant classification system (OCS) wiring.
What owners say across generations
Sentiment is broadly positive, with the Mazda 6 consistently praised for its reliability, longevity, and driving dynamics.
Owner insights cover all generations of the 6. See the full 6 owner picture and every model year.
Other 6 model years
Compare every 6 year side by side to see how 2016 ranks against the rest.
Compare the 6 against its rivals
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