1995 Mazda 626 engine problems

Filed Nov 28, 2008 · Engine · 113,000 miles · NE

I bought the car in 2007 and from the start there were problems. The over drive light pops on and off, keeps overheating even after had full fluid flush, replaced old battery with new one and car continues to shut off, takes 10 min to start. I got it fixed in march of 2008 for the problems stated above and again in sept 2008 for same problems but with a different company. They said its because 2 out of the 4 cylinders are really low. If that's the case why didn't the other company advise me of that same problem. Now the car won't start. I have talked with other people with the same car nd they are having the same problem. The last serious issue was the car shut off while I was driving on the interstate with my 4 year old and 1 year old. I was lucky enough that I was able to pull over to side of road and restart it and go home.

Filed Mar 9, 2006 · Engine, Transmission · 89,000 miles · FL

I bought a used mazda 626 (1995) in december 2003 and it had about 85,000 miles when I purchased it. Within 6 months of purchasing the vehicle the transmission went bad (the gear teeth broke and the entire transmission had to be tossed). A new transmission was fitted in its place and this cost me about $2,500. A few weeks later I learnt that this was a problem found in many mazda 626 models manufactured in 1995. I mainly use this vehicle to drive to school and do some grocery; hardly do I take it on the interstate or drive at high speeds. After about two years it is still giving me other problems - like engine wont crank and so on. I am disappointed buying this vehicle and will never ever buy a mazda/ford product.

Filed Sep 19, 2005 · Engine, Transmission · 179,000 miles · FL

There was a recall on mazda 626, 1995 for a power train. The manufacturer said it does not pertain my VIN#. I have been having major problems with my engine and my motor. Please help.

Filed Feb 27, 2004 · Electrical, Engine · 165,000 miles · UT

1.horn button broke and popped off while driving. 2. Car will rev by itself between 1000-1500 RPM while coming to a stop. 3. Car sometimes has no base idol and will just turn off. 4. Check engine light came on, took car to machanic. Manifold intake gasket had to be replaced. Light has gone off but car still revs itself. Sometimes while idoling car will rev between 1500-2000 rpms. 5. Both rear struts have been replaced. 6. Coupler for rack and pinon had to be replaced.

Filed Aug 5, 2003 · Engine · PA

95 mazda 626 o/d light blinks off and on car overheats.first took my car there to have new sensor put in, it worked fine for a while. Now the problem has come back and they keep giving me the run around about whatis wrong.I have read reports that alot of people have been having the same problem with make and model. Please do something about this.

Filed Jul 30, 2003 · Engine · 62,000 miles · GA

Check engine light came on local mechanic suspected oxygen sensor not covered by warranty on emission control components. Local mechanic charge 800$ to change o2 sensor did not fix problem. Took to dealer and changed another component to fix it. Happened because of manufacturer defect since there was no wear and tear and no external damage to the components. But I still had to pay for the work over 1200$

Filed May 28, 2003 · Engine · DE

While driving at low speed and without warning the vehicle shut off then vehicle started to smoke under the hood.

Filed Oct 22, 2002 · Engine, Suspension · KY

Vehicle had multiple parts failures within a 30 day period most problems premature for car at that mileage.

Filed Jun 4, 2002 · Engine, Transmission · MD

Vehicle cuts off at any speed or slowing to stop. Vehicle hesistates as a warning before stalling. Overdrive light and engine check light illuminated on dashboard. Twice, vehicle was diagnosed with a negative response. Dealer was aware. Intermittent problem is progressing. Please provide more information.

Filed Apr 2, 2002 · Engine · MS

The electronic light comes on and put it under the light at the mazda dealer, it reads the air flow meter is bad. Know 4 other incidents of mazda's owners who have reported airflow problems with their mazdas. It reduces speed of the car when traveling on the highway. Can cause accidents. It happens too frequently to too many people cars. It must be a defect in the part.