This is the worst vehicle I've ever owned.
Transmission failure @ 55,000 miles. Rebuilt failure @ 78,000.
Mazda is very well aware of the problems with their 626's. I think everyone that still owns one, should get together to do a statewide class action suit against them for failure to correct the problem.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No
Review Date: 22nd September, 2004
Very good up to this point
In last 2 months the car would cut out while traveling at low speed or coming to a stop. When put into park, it would start straight away.
I'm living in Ireland now, but the car was purchased in Florida. Mechanics here cannot find out what is causing this problem. Has anybody got any advice?
The car may go for up-to 7 days without cutting out, but may also cut out a few times in 1 day.
Thankful for any help. Galway, Ireland.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know
Review Date: 21st September, 2004
Excellent car at high mileage
Engine computer went out around 98,000 miles or so. We fixed it, although expensive. No further problems.
My Mazda is still running very well, I have traveled with it to Phoenix and California. It still purrs like a kitten. It has no problem with the transmission. I am in college and rely on this car and it gets me where I need to go. It truly is a great car.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 9th August, 2004
Repair bill nightmare. Will not purchase any Mazda
Radiator replaced by dealer at time of purchase.
Valve cover Gasket replaced at 110,000 miles.
O/D light started flashing at 112,000 miles.
Check Engine light on at 112,000 miles.
Front tires worn from new to tread ware indicators in just over 10,000 miles.
Transmission failed at 123,114 miles.
Gas Mileage not great considering the anemic performance.
Engine shakes and stutters at stop in drive.
I wish I would have found this site prior to purchase. All of the problems listed with the A/T are happening.
Only item that performs well is the A/C.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No
Review Date: 25th June, 2004
Compared to my Geo, my 626 is like a Lexus.
Check engine light is currently on (and has been since I purchased it).
Overheats and dies in idle - started at 68000 miles.
"Chokes" at 4000 RPM - started at 70000 miles.
I purchased this car in March 2004 from a salvage auction for $550. I had to replace left front fender, hood, left headlight, windshield, and struts. Also had to straighten the frame and radiator support. Painted the car and added a few minor things (IE emblems, a hubcap, vinyl body graphics) and the total vehicle price was $1300.
After alignment and full service, my 626 runs great and handles well. Car was taken care of by it's previous owner and interior is still in perfect shape.
A few things need replaced, O2 sensor and fuel filter (I hope those are my problems) and I should be back up and running in no time.
Not all automatic 626's are lemons, only those who aren't driven "nicely".
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 25th June, 2004
Flashing o/d light, had to get new transmission.
After a year of having my Mazda 626 the o/d light kept flashing and shifting gears real hard. It cost me $2,300.00 to get the transmission fixed. Now it is happening again, a year later! Never to buy a Mazda 626 again!
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No
Review Date: 24th May, 2004
I know what you mean, my car does the same thing!! Extremely annoying. Like when you stop and start again, it jerks you out of first. But I have found that if you restart it before you start moving again, it goes away, but if you are on the highway it would be sure to return. It is just a temporary fix though. since it goes away when you restart it, I believe that it is more of an electrical problem somewhere and not the transmission itself.
I agree, I would NEVER own another 626 again!!!
21st Oct 2004, 15:50
These cars are junk,ford should be ashamed, for not making it right with these bad transmissions. I will never buy a mazda or ford again.