Tl* the contact owns a 1996 mazda 626. While driving, the check engine sensor light suddenly illuminated and the instrument panel lights would not illuminate. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the ignition switch wire harness was faulty and needed to be replaced. The wire harness was replaced. Approximately six months later, the vehicle experienced the same failure. While operating the vehicle, the engine head gasket malfunctioned. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 165,000.
1996 Mazda 626 electrical problems
12 complaints (3% of all complaints for this car).
- owner complaints
- 12
- of this car's complaints
- 3%
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Wiring: interior/under dash4
- Wiring2
- Ignition: module2
- Wiring: fuses and circuit breakers1
- Ignition1
- 12v/24v/48v battery: cables1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Mazda 626 electrical problems in other years
Related recalls
Electrical system: ignition: switch
- What is wrong
- Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 1989-1998 MPV, 1990-1995 323, 1990-1998 Protege, 1992-1993 MX-3, 1993-1995 929, 1993-1997 MX-6, and 1993-1998 626 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, grease applied to the contact points inside the ignition switch may become conductive and overheat.
- Risk
- If the ignition switch overheats there would be an increased risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. The recall began on December 17, 2015. Owners may contact Mazda Customer Experience Center at 1‑800‑222‑5500, option#6. Mazda's number for this recall is 8715J.
Recall number 15V674000 · Recall details
What 1996 Mazda 626 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 1996 mazda 626. The contact stated that there was a progressing electrical failure and unknown warning lights remained illuminated on the instrument panel. The vent controls failed to work for the air conditioner and heater. The vehicle was taken to four different independent repair shops and they were not able to replicate and diagnose the failure. The contact later received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v674000 (electrical system). The dealer was unable to provide a reasonable time frame to receive the parts from the manufacturer. The contact called the dealer for months and was unable to determine when the vehicle would be repaired. The VIN was invalid. The failure mileage was not available. Parts distribution disconnect. Updated 05/10/16
The consumer stated that while she was driving the vehicle jerked a lot. She also stated that her overdrive light flashed on and off. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealer/mechanic and was told that the vehicle had an electrical wiring problem. The consumer is afraid she may have an accident.
Intermittently (in low gear, manual shift), as I pull the car to the left (only), to park or turn a corner, the car dies. The incident date below denotes the latest incident.not certain of exact data of purchase from 128 mazda, but web site demanded a specific day so, to satisfy it, I entered in august 7.
While driving battery cable fell off, causing entire vehicle to shut down.
Smoke emitted from behind the fan control panel. Flames emitted moments afterward. Auto stopped and driver escaped vehicle, proceeded to call fire department (on highway at time). Fire damanged the entire dashboard (melted most of it, passenger side airbag partially deployed), windshield cracked and in some places melted. Entire interior smoke and water damage. Parts still under warranty. No electrical or engine warning lights illuminated at any point prior to driver exiting the vehicle upon emission of flames (at this point, about 1 mile from dealer).
The instrument panel lights and the tail lights are inoperative, which may result visual difficulty. Owner's manual stated to replace the fuse. The occupant replace the fuse, but problem still occurring. Dealer said that the headlight switch needs to be replaced manufacturer was willing to pay half of the bill. Please provide further information.
Car was purchased with 15,000 miles. I have had these problems with the car and I would like for these things to be investigated. I know of 4 other people who have had some of these same problems with their 1996 626.
Transmission failure.
Transmission seal failed.
Questions about the 1996 Mazda 626 electrical
Does the 1996 Mazda 626 have electrical problems?
Owners have filed 12 complaints about the electrical of the 1996 Mazda 626, 3% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1996 Mazda 626 electrical problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1996 Mazda 626 electrical?
Yes, 1 recall: 15V674000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Mazda 626 have the most electrical problems?
The Mazda 626 model years with the most electrical complaints are 1997 (32 complaints), 1994 (24 complaints) and 1995 (19 complaints).
Other 1996 Mazda 626 problems
Transmission 240Airbags 49Engine 34Brakes 12Acceleration 9Seat belts 8Suspension 8Steering 7Fuel system 5Seats 4Lights 3Tires 3Visibility 2Body 1Wheels 1
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