2005 Mazda MAZDA6 transmission problems

Filed Nov 24, 2014 · Transmission · 233,638 miles · FL

The clutch pedal assembly has 3 cracks in it which allowed the assembly to push through the bulkhead to the engine compartment the clutch did not work properly almost causing an accident as I was unable to change gear.this is a dangerous defect which should not have occured.I think a recall should be isssued for this part to be replaced and repaired and also other damage caused by thi defect.

Filed Aug 15, 2014 · Transmission · 85,563 miles · MN

It has a very rough shift from first to second gear. It doesn't grind or clunk, it's just a violent shift almost like its slipping.

Filed Oct 13, 2011 · Engine, Transmission · 40,000 miles · NH

Incident 2005 mazda 6 broke down along side road. Engine only had 40,000 miles on it. Called mazda service manager, bob, and he told me to have it towed there and he'd take care of me. I was later told the engine blew but as his crew looked at it they verified that the engine and oil was clean. He said he'd call regional and see what he could do for me to get the engine repaired/replaced. Damage resulting after several weeks of run around I was finally told it was going to cost $90 for the service team to have looked at the engine. I was then informed that he could put a salvaged engine in for $4000. I about freaked out. $4000 for a used engine that came with a mere 90 day warranty. I called mazda headquarters and was told I should've bought an extended warranty. I told her she was crazy that no car costing over $20,000 should blowing engines with a mere 40,000. I then asked if mazda would help out by paying for service or the engine or at least half so that I could get the car back working. She told me that bob offered me a great deal and I had refused him. I told her what he offered and $4000 for a used engine plus other parts as needed didn't sound like a good deal to me at all. I asked her if it was her car if she would not expect mazda to stand behind their product and assist? She told me that mazda stands behind their products and I should've purchased the extended warranty. After reviewing the internet I see mazda 6 engines seem to have alot of loss of oil/blow out problems. Always thought mazda was a good company...but I know I'll never purchase another and I'll make sure everyone I speak with hears first hand of my experience with the vehicle, the dealers run around and the arrogance at mazda hq in california.

Filed Nov 24, 2010 · Transmission · 58,000 miles · CA

2005 mazda 6s 3 liter v6 with automatic transmission (aisin warner). Application of throttle to accelerate in 5th or 6th gear causes jerk, selects neutral then eventually selects an appropriate gear. Very dangerous on uphill freeways due to sudden loss of any power. Mazda has a service bulletin on this # 05-016/06 that proves this condition is not isolated.

Filed Nov 17, 2010 · Transmission · 38,000 miles · NJ

The vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission. When the vehicle was parked for over 8 hours outdoors in direct sunlight, the vehicle would not shift out of park. Failure occurs only on extremely hot days - temperatures over 95 degrees and only when all the windows & sunroof were completely closed. Vehicle was allowed to sit with the engine running and air conditioner on high for roughly 15-20 minutes. When interior temperature of car lowered, the car was able to shift out of park. The problem replicated sporadically but on at least 10 different occasions over the course of 2 years. The vehicle was brought to dealership on numerous occasions where they were unable to replicate the problem. During one service visit a mechanic cleaned the microswitch responsible for the shift interlock. That did not remediate the problem.

Filed Aug 17, 2010 · Transmission · 33,248 miles · CA

The clutch on my mazda 6 no longer works correctly and I only have 33,248 miles on my car. Mazda USA said there's nothing they can do about it. They said before they'd even consider any help, I should take it to a mazda dealer (17 miles from my house) and have it diagnosed ($110 for diagnostic testing). In order to get it there, I'd have to have it towed because it's so far from where I live, I'd have to pay for the tow to and from the dealership. The cost estimate for the mazda dealer to replace my clutch is $1000-$1300. They went on to state that if it is a defective item, before helping me, they'd look to see whether I was "loyal" in getting the car serviced with one of their dealers. The closest dealer is 17 miles away, am I supposed to drive that far for an oil change? I bought the car in 2005 brand new from santa monica mazda which has since closed down. The clutch went out while I was driving on the freeway and I've been driving manual cars for 20+ years. This is not fair and mazda doesn't care. They really suck...as this clutch should have lasted 100,000 miles. The consumer stated mazda replaced the clutch on september 2, 2010 under the goodwill program. The issue has been resolved. Updated ivoq 10/08/10*jb

Filed May 3, 2010 · Transmission · 25,800 miles · NY

: I have a 2005 mazda 6 wagon bought new off the dealer's lot. 4 years later, in sept. 2009 with 22k miles on it, I was coming off a curving exit ramp when I stepped on the gas to merge into traffic and nothing happened - no pickup - I just started coasting. This happened a few times before in the previous years (maybe 4-5 times), but those times it felt more like a belt slipping and it "caught" again very quickly, like in a split second. The ramp experience was more pronounced and lasted longer, like a full 2 seconds, which was more scary and potentially more hazardous. Turned out the TCM (transmission computer module) had to be replaced. It would have cost $1400+ but luckily I bought an extended warranty when I bought the car so it covered that cost. Its happening again, so I have to take it in to the dealer when I can to get it checked again. Not a good feeling when your trying to merge into traffic and you expect the car to move when you hit the gas, and it moves just enough to get the nose of the car into the lane of travel, then stops dead while cars are bearing down on you. Extremely scary. Hoping this is not a continual recurring event. Update: took the car to the dealer the first week of april and again today, first week of may (the 3rd) 2010 for the exact same problem mentioned above- while driving car just slows down, no power. Step on the gas, nothing. Then it kicks in and hesitantly moves. This is the 3rd or 4th time taken to the dealer for the same problem with the transmission. Getting ticked off about it now.....

Filed Feb 18, 2010 · Transmission · 30,000 miles · MA

The mazda 6 jerks when shifting from 1st gear to second. Did this a couple times while in traffic almost causing an accident. It feels like the car is hesitant to shift and then shifts and jerks you forward when there are possibly other cars in front and you need to stop. I brought the car in multiple times to the dealer and they "could not replicate the problem".

Filed Feb 1, 2010 · Transmission · 20,000 miles · MD

Automatic transmission failure in 4th gear on 2005 mazda 6. We bought the car new and 2years later the transmission started slipping in 4th gear. I complained to the dealer and they said they found nothing. The third year it became pronounced and still they said they found nothing. I found out last year that mazda knew about the problem in the transmissions and never contacted us about a replacement transmission. I went to the dealership when I found out late last year and I was told that they could no do anything about it as the car was over the mileage. I strongly feel that mazda knew the transmissions were defective and never notified owners. We are the only registered owners of the vehicle and it is an accident waiting to happen because once the vehicle gets in the 4th gear it vibrates and shakes the whole car violently.

Filed Dec 15, 2009 · Transmission · 22,800 miles · NY

I have a 2005 mazda 6 wagon bought new off the dealers lot. 4 years later, in sept. 2009 with 22k miles on it, I was coming off a curving exit ramp when I stepped on the gas to merge into traffic and nothing happened - no pickup - it was like I just started coasting. This happened a few times before in the previous years (maybe 4-5 times), but those times it felt more like a belt slipping and it "caught" again very quickly, like in a split second. The ramp experience was more pronounced and lasted longer, like a full 2 seconds, which was more scary and potentially more hazardous. Turned out the TCM (transmission computer module) had to be replaced. It would have cost $1400+ but luckily I bought an extended warranty when I bought the car so it covered that cost. It's happening again, so I have to take it in to the dealer when I can to get it checked again. Not a good feeling when you're trying to merge into traffic and you expect the car to move when you hit the gas, and it moves just enough to get the nose of the car into the lane of travel, then stops dead while cars are bearing down on you. Extremely scary. Hoping this is not a continual recurring event.