2017 Mazda 6: common problems and reliability
One of the better 6 years.
60 owner complaints, most about electrical system. 1 recall.
Should I buy a 2017 6?The 2017 Mazda 6 has 60 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 1 recall on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and service brakes.
Safety record for the 2017 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2017 Mazda 6 vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other 6 years only. How we score it
Is 2017 a good year for the 6?
Across the 20 6 model years we track, complaint volume runs from 2 (2020) to 386 (2009). With 60 complaints, the 2017 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 2017 6
exterior lighting:turn signal
Campaign 16V753000Mazda 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."
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
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