2000 mazda 626 with car door latch assemblies. **cc the consumer had to replace the rear driver's side door assembly in dec 2004. The problem was that the door could not be unlocked using the door lock switch or the manual switch on the door. The door was completely inoperable. Late last year both front and rear passenger doors began exhibition signs of failure.
Mazda 626 door locks problems
24 of the 2,985 owner complaints about the Mazda 626 describe doors won't lock, open or latch, most of them for the 1990 model year.
- owner complaints
- 24
- worst model year
- 1990
By model year
- 20013
- 20002
- 19981
- 19972
- 19961
- 19952
- 19931
- 19914
- 19908
Often reported together
Headlights 2Won't start 1Warning lights 1Transmission failure 1Won't shift 1Stalling 1Slipping 1Fire or smoke 1
What owners say
Dt*: the contact stated the rear passenger door would not unlock and could not be opened. The vehicle has not been seen by a mechanic. Updated 9/22/2006 -
Front driver's side door did not open. Vehicle was taken to dealership, where the mechanic replaced the door latch.
In addition to smelling gas - the radio and antenna doesn't work. Now the sunroof won't close all the way. The check engine light comes on more often than not since I had the car. The key sometimes won't fit into door lock and even though the car looks brand new and has been well taken care off - it just seems to fall apart. The glove compartment lock fell apart but the biggest thing is the sunroof won't close all the way. This is my 3rd mazda and I will never buy another one.
The car door of my mazda 626 1997, has a safety defect. The front passenger door does not stay closed after it has rained and then the next morning when it remains below freezing temperature. The door locked and was closed, but flew open when I was driving to work. I stopped my vehicle opened and closed the door and relocked it, it remained closed until I went around a corner and the door opened on its own. This is a serious safety concern.
The power doors unlocked by themselves. *jb also there is a beeping sound when remote control for power door locks is activated.
The front passenger door handle/lock was defective. This caused the door to open (even if lock) when the passenger rolled the window down. This problem was repaired once under recall (93v-174000). Mazda stated that since they repaired it once they are not legally obligated to repair it again. *ts
The door lock will close and lock intermittenly. Causing the consumer to clam out on the opposite side. Please furnish additional information. Dealer is aware of the problem. Mr
Consumer state driver side door locks consumer inside and outside of vehicle dealer and manufacture has been contacted. Please provide further information. Ts
While driving, at speed slightly above 25 MPH, the vehicle stalled while engine was running. When vehicle was attempted to restart, all lights would work properly , car would not crank or reignite to start engine. Technical help attempted to jump start vehicle but was asked to stop attempt due to sound being broken timing belt. Vehicle is currently in summit automotive for the repairs, which must be paid for by the dealership who did not mention this recall to a buyer. With the power door locks, the locks engages to unlock itself whether the vehicle is on park or drive and at times locks itself not allowing driver or passenger to unlock door manually. With the door locks, the passengers and drivers can fatally die if needed to exit the vehicle in case of an emergency. Please contact me asap with regards to what I need to do, as a consumer and owner.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the Mazda 626 door locks
Which Mazda 626 years have doors won't lock, open or latch problems?
The model years with the most reports are 1990 (8 complaints), 1991 (4 complaints) and 2001 (3 complaints).
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