I was driving and the car was losing speed even though my foot was on the gas pedal. I took my foot off for a moment and then pushed on the gas pedal again hoping to regain speed. I did not regain any speed, and it continued to drop. I was able to get a break in traffic where I could turn into a small parking lot to remove myself from traffic. As I began to make the turn I noticed that I had lost all power steering and had to turn the car manually. When I got into the parking lot, I had help attempting to jump the vehicle to see if that was the problem, but nothing worked. I called a tow truck and had the vehicle towed to my local mechanic. As they were attempting to locate the problem it was discovered that the timing belt had "jumped". This was caused by the tensioner spring breaking. In september of 2000, this part (tensioner spring) was recalled for doing exactly what it did on my car. The recall number is 00v134000. I spoke with the mazda dealer and they told me that the part was recalled for my car, but not for my VIN. My VIN is:[xxx]. I was appalled that the part was recalled for my car, for doing exactly what the bulletin said it would do, but that my VIN is not covered. How can this be so? *nm updated 07/16/2012*js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)
1999 Mazda 626 engine complaints
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1999 626 stalled due to a failure in the timing belt tensioner. *ts the consumer discovered a recall had been issued for the same make model and year she has.
1999 mazda 626 -complete transmission failure in march,2003. Replaced with rebuilt transmission for $2048.00 - jan-2006 - complete transmission failure again. I have also replaced catalytic converter twice, within one years time.
Dt*: the contact stated when the accelerator pedal was depressed at an intersection, the vehicle did not respond. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop. The repair shop determined the external spring in the timing belt tensioner broke. There is a the federal safety agency recall, #00v134000, regarding the engine. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however, it is not included in the recall due to the VIN.
Dt: the contact states there are three the federal safety agency recalls, campaigns 00v074000 regarding the service brakes: master cylinder, 00v134000 regarding engine and engine coolant: engine, and 05e065000 regarding the fuel system. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however, it is not included in the recall due to the VIN.
Dt: the consumer stated while accelerating the transmission slipped. There was a slight chattering noise. Once the vehicle was in gear it worked correctly. A local mechanic changed the spark plugs and the wires. Also, checked the cv joints and they were fine. The mechanic had not looked at the transmission. He eliminated all of the other things first. This has been happening for about three or four months. *ak (11/17/05) the mechanic suggested that the automatic transmission was the problem.
Dt: the contact complained about vehicle problems on february 27, 2001, when driving at 60 MPH the vehicle shook. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and they stated there was nothing wrong with the vehicle. The contact stated transmission needed to be replaced and the dealer replaced it. The contact stated on march 15, 2005 the engine had to be replaced because it was running hot, the engine was replaced by a local mechanic. There was no warning and no noise.*ak the head gasket and alternator failed. Updated 11/16/05.
Dt: the car stalled while driving at 70 MPH on the interstate on august 7, 2005. No warning indicator lights appeared, and no noises were heard. Owner felt the engine died and pulled over to the shoulder of the road. The car had no electrical power. The owner tried to restart vehicle twice, but it did not restart. Then he called the insurance company, who, in turn, called a tow truck. The car was towed to a repair shop. The mechanic said the engine was burned and a new engine would cost $3000-$4000. But owner will talk with mazda before paying for repairs. *ak
I bought a 1999 mazda 626 lx in november of 1998. Vin [xxx] the time the warranty ran out I had taken my car into an oil change franchise. They suggested that I flush and renew the transmission fluid. So I did. That's when all the problems began. I then drove the car from nj to fl where I lived. It started burning up a lot of oil so I took it into to mazda. They said that it was well known that my make and model car runs hot. They said they could not see anything wrong with what the oil change franchise did. They recommended that I put a radiator on the transmission to keep it from boiling...which is what it was doing. I believe it is the boiling transmission which has cause my engine to heat up so much that the oil has gunked my engine. Anyway, I took the car to a mechanic and they put in a radiator which seems to help some but now I'm continually having problems with the oil burning up without there being any leaks. I have continually had problems with the vehicle every since. In and out of the shops. No one seems to be able to get the car right. I have seen numerous reports of other mazda owners having problems of this similar nature on the net. Mazda should take care of these problems and admit publicly that they've got problems with their vehicles and they should make it right. *jb updated 07/19/2012 *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)
1999 mazda 626 es v6-purchased used in 2003 and have had a continuous problem with overheating. The vehicle now has 85,819 miles on it and continues to overheat and now the A/C blows warm air even after replacing the compressor and switch. We have replaced the thermostat, relays, fans, water pump, flushed out the radiator, front and rear gaskets, new air compressor and have spent about $2500 in repairs only to be told by the mechanic he is out of options as to what is causing the problem. I believe mazda is aware of this situation since I am reading on the internet various complaints about all of their products and see a pattern with the problems and these vehicles. When you purchase a vehicle and expect it to be reliable transportation and it is your only transportation it makes it impossible to replace since their is a contiuing problem. Mazda needs to be held responsible for these vehicles and held accountable for these repairs.
Sluggish performance and "check engine" light illuminated which resulted in my bringing the automobile into my mechanic for servcing - diagnostic code (2nd time for this code) resulted in a replacement of 2 oxygen sensors and the catalytic converter at a cost of > $750. The first time this code appeared, the mechanic tuned up the engine, which cost $300.
The federal safety agency recall campaign 00v134000; mazda issued a timing belt recall. This vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN, but the timing belt made noise like it was going to break. *ak the timing belt kit. 2 serpentine belts, tensioner spring assembly and the idler pulley were replaced. *sc
While driving vehicle stalled and would not restart. Vehicle was towed, and the timing chain was found to be defective.*ak dealer replaced timing belt and tensioner.
Engine and transmission both faulty. Engine did not reverse, soon after engine exploded.
Vehicle continuously stalled when braking from 40 MPH or more and when coming to a stop position. Vehicle had been to the dealer on two separate occasions. Dealer informed consumer that transmission needed to be replaced the first time, and the timing belt spring needed to be replaced the second time. Consumer had both parts replaced, but problem recurred.
Continuous 3 cylinder misfire, resulting in the replacement of the plug wires and spark plugs 4 times since I have purchased the car in sep 2003. The check engine light sporadically comes on and does not throw code. When the check engine light comes on the transmission "hard shifts" and I lose significant gas mileage.
I am the original vehicle owner. The car has 120,000 miles on it. I had to replace the radiator, oxgen sensor and the transmission this summer. It seems unusual for a car this young to have such extensive, expensive problems.
I purchased a crankshaft pulley for my 99 mazda 626 on 06/01/04 & had it installed. On 07/10/04 the same part broke again & had to be replaced. This cost me $1100 in less than 2 months. The shop that repaired my vehicle the 2nd time informed me that when they ordered the part from mazda, they were advised that they can't keep this part on the shelf. Since mazda is aware of this problem-they need to take action to help the owners of these vehicles.
Consumer stated air conditioner failed to work, and coolantwas leaking from the vehicle. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
Recall 00v134000 concerning timing belt failure. While driving at 55 MPH vehicle stalled. The vehicle had just enough momentum to get over to the shoulder without causing a collision. Vehicle was towed to a mechanic, who determined that the timing belt was defective. Consumer's vehicle was not covered under the recall due to VIN.
While driving 40 MPH vehicle stalled without warning. The dealer stated that sludge built up in the engine.
Motor mounts were changed with less than 40,000 miles without having any front end damages. Covered by extended warranty. Despite regular oil changes and only 40,000 plus miles, the dealer said the engine's oil ports were clogged requiring the removal of the valve cover and oil pan to remedy the alleged problem. Cost of repairs, approx $700. Despite having the front brake pads changed and the rotors turned twice within 50,000 miles, the front wheel bearing failed and were changed. Now with 60,000 miles the engine suddenly began leaking oil from every major area: oil pan, valve cover, rear main seal, etc., etc., etc. In addition to those oil leak areas, one cv joint and boot is bad, the engine mounts are once again bad without any front-end damages, and the water pump is bad. There are many other items that have failed during this short period of time. Regardless of performing regularly scheduled routine service as required by the manufacturer, this vehicle far exceeds what anyone would consider to be standard failures.
August 26, 2003 the mazda was in an auto accident. Approximately 2 weeks before the accident the mazda started stuttering. We had the mazda put on computer and was told it needed new sensor. The check engine light continue to go on and off. Immediately before the accident the mazda started stuttering and lost speed and that LED to not being able to keep speed up and when we entered the traffice light it turned yellow then while we were under it it turned red and we were hit on the passenger side. Sept 26, 2003 I am approximately 115 miles from home the over drive light starts flashing and I lose speed again the engine is smoking. The car is towed back to charleston, sc where I live. I had to spend 3hrs at a rest area all alone with my 15 yr old daughter. This is the exact rest area were a woman was murdered 2 years ago. We were scared to death. The check engine light is back on. I am on my way to the mazda dealership today for estimate. I think mazda has a major problem in putting out lemons not cars. I want and will join class act lawsuit.
The catalytic converter malfunctioned. Also, torque converter became defective, resulting in major transmission problems.
While driving, the consumer heard the engine making a rattling noise and then the vehicle stalled. The consumer managed to pull over, but was unable to restart the vehicle and subsequently had the vehicle towed. Recall#00v134000. The dealership did not repair the vehicle because the vehicle identification number was not included in the recall.
I have been having trouble with my car stalling and a problem with the brakes, I pulled up some recall information on this particular car and these problems that I am experiencing have been recalled. When I called the mazda service, I was told that it didn't affect my car. Clearly it does if I'm having these problems.
Consumer called complaining about the coolant bottle on the vehicle. It has been replaced twice, and currently it needs to be fixed again. The part was on back order. Manufacturer was contacted, and stated that they will replace it, but it will take over a week to replace it. Dealer was contacted, and stated that they could not t do any repairs until the part becomes available.*ak the problem has recurred for the fifth time along with the dealer replacing the coolant overflow bottle, with last incident, july 12, 2004.
Consumer states that timing belt failed while driving, causing vehicle to stall. Related recall 00v134000, but consumer's vehicle not included due to VIN.
The timing belt tension spring broke and caused engine damage. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for repair.
The vehicle experienced the same defect with the timing belt tensioner as stated in recall 00 v 134 000, however the vehicle identification number was not included in the recall.
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