Tl* the contact owns a 1996 mazda 626. The contact stated that while reversing from a driveway, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis where it was stated the torque converter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired and the manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.
1996 Mazda 626 transmission problems
240 complaints (67% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 95,000. 7 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 240
- of this car's complaints
- 67%
- typical mileage
- 95,000
- crashes
- 7
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Automatic transmission220
- Manual transmission7
- Automatic transmission: torque converter5
- Axle assembly4
- Driveline: differential unit1
- Driveline: constant velocity joint1
- Axle assembly: axle shaft: seal1
- Automatic transmission: park/neutral start interlock switch1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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200k+
Mazda 626 transmission problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1996 Mazda 626 transmission
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Related investigations
Speedometer inoperative
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What 1996 Mazda 626 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
1996 mazda 626 o/d light flashing and transmission not shifting.
Hi I have a 1996 mazda 626 lx and the o/d light just went off at 167,000 miles. I read several forums online and they all said its most likely a an electrical problem in the transmission. This can be very dangerous to us drivers as well as drivers next to us on the road. I advice to please have mazda recall all models with this problem and reimburse us or fix our transmissions at no cost. Thank you very much for reading my post.
Hi I have a 1996 mazda 626 lx and the o/d light just went off at 176,000 miles. I read several forums online and they all said its most likely a an electrical problem in the transmission. This can b very dangerous to us drivers as well as drivers next to us on the road. I advice to please have mazda recall all models with this problem and reimburse us or fix our transmissions at no cost. Thank you very much for reading my post.
The automatic transmission in my 1996 mazda 626 failed. As I did research I found that the transmission had failed once before with a previous owner. Further research has shown me that the "cd4e" transmission in my car is a "known" defective part among owners of this particular car. I only had enough money to have it replaced with a used transmission that was the same "cd4e" and can only hope that this one will hold up for awhile. The total cost was about $1200 and I still have the old transmission just in case I need to have it rebuilt. This particular transmission is very hard to find due to its unreliability, meaning they are in great demand because they fail frequently. Thank you for your time.
Second time automatic transmission failed!!!
The o/d off light on vehicle flashes. I now understand that this is a common problem that is known to mazda. Mazda should take responsibility and recall the transmission in these vehicles. This vehicle is used by my kids for transportation to and from school. They are at risk.
Mazda 626 1996, od-off blinking, check engine light on.
Transmission seal leaking.
Transmission failed on 1996 mazda 626. Replaced with used transmission that also failed within 3 months.
Questions about the 1996 Mazda 626 transmission
Does the 1996 Mazda 626 have transmission problems?
Owners have filed 240 complaints about the transmission of the 1996 Mazda 626, 67% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 1996 Mazda 626 transmission problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 95,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 1996 Mazda 626 transmission?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Mazda 626 have bad transmission?
The Mazda 626 model years with the most transmission complaints are 1995 (337 complaints), 1998 (313 complaints) and 1996 (240 complaints).
Other 1996 Mazda 626 problems
Airbags 49Engine 34Brakes 12Electrical 12Acceleration 9Seat belts 8Suspension 8Steering 7Fuel system 5Seats 4Lights 3Tires 3Visibility 2Body 1Wheels 1
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