2010 Mazda MAZDA6 steering problems

Filed Mar 21, 2025 · Body, Steering · 114,000 miles · ND

The contact owns a 2010 Mazda Mazda6. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently veered to the left. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle became difficult to steer. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that the engine cradle had failed and was severely rusted and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 114,000.

Filed Jun 13, 2023 · Steering, Suspension · MN

While im driving the steering is shifting to the right and seems lower on right side. My tires daily need to have air in them because of the uneven weight. While I drive and let go of the gas the car pulls back like an E brake could be stuck not sure though. No accidents at all but it seems like the vehicle is getting weaker and weaker with the uneven weight going down on the tires and steering seems like it's going to crash onto the right without being able to control it.

Filed Jul 27, 2021 · Body, Steering · 151,000 miles · MI

The contact owns a 2010 Mazda Mazda6. The contact stated that the steering wheel was pulling without warning. There was rust on the frame. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not safe to drive. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was diagnosed and repaired. Mechanic noted that Mazda’s recall repair only served to keep the car from splitting apart, but it in no way resolved the control arm issue. As a result my car was unexpectedly swerving all over the road and was difficult to control. It was with the control arm still somewhat attached, though extremely loose. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under the federal safety agency Campaign number 18V631000 (Suspension, structure). The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 151,000. Consumer stated there is significant rust on on side, where control arm attaches to steering. Vehicle has been repaired.

Filed Jul 9, 2021 · Steering, Suspension · MI

The wheels were turning in and the steering was really hard to keep straight had to turn the steering wheel almost half around car make Loud screaming noises.tires went flat ..i have 6 grandkids lucky I wasn't going fast the car could of flipped .subframe broke in half on passenger side rusted right out.i got this car from right way dealership in Saginaw Michigan in march of 2019 they never told me or never contacted me that there was a recall for the subframe breaking.could of killed someone!!!!

Filed May 2, 2019 · Steering, Suspension · 98,000 miles · SC

While making a right turn, I hit the brakes to avoid colliding with someone who pulled in front of me and the passenger's side front wheel locked into a position turned to the right. I had it towed to a repair shop, where I was informed that the control arm had separated from the frame due to rust. It seems there was a recall for this issue in 2018 for certain states, and while I do not currently reside in one of the affected states, I used to and my car did for most of its life.

Filed Mar 25, 2019 · Steering, Suspension · 100,000 miles · PA

When maneuvering to or from parking when the steering wheel is turned and puts any pressure on the steering components the right front of the car makes a very loud clunking and popping and makes both steering and moving difficult. It has gotten progressively worse over the last 2 months so I did some research and found out about the possible corrosion issue of the front right subframe and recall "inspection". I will call my local dealer and schedule an appointment as it seems this car is under an open recall and was never looked at. I just bought it as a used car in mid october and mostly drive my truck all winter so it took awhile for this to surface.

Filed Feb 16, 2019 · Body, Steering · 128,592 miles · WA

I have the open and dangerous recall ( # 2818i ) still pending at this time. It was hard enough just to get the dealership, in order to inspect the car for corrosion in the concerning areas. I don't feel that the car is safe to drive at this time and prefer that no one rides with me when driving it, just for the safety of others. I'm very concerned that this fix will not come soon enough and the problem keep messing up my cars alignment. Causing all sorts of problems driving it, especially at high speeds. That's when a wheel wobble starts to happen in the affected areas of the front passenger side of the car. Please help!

Filed Feb 15, 2019 · Body, Steering · NY

Letter from consumer re: fair and equitable reimbursement customer treatment on 2010 mazda 6 recall repair (defect) not totally paid for by mazda warranty department. *as

Filed Jan 11, 2019 · Steering, Suspension · 87,000 miles · NY

Mazda incomplete recall 28181; the federal safety agency recall 18v‑631; I had my vehicle inspected as required and was told due to rust/corrosion/perforations the front cross member needs to be replaced. Informed no parts available and mazda has given no info on when parts may be available; dealers have no info at all on timing for repairs; cannot get thru to mazda for more info and mazda does not even list this on their site as a recall; this is a dangerous condition and afraid to drive this car

Filed Nov 9, 2018 · Steering, Suspension · 100,000 miles · MA

While applying the brakes at approximately 30mph, there was sharp jolt, and the steering wheel jerked all the way to the right. The low-traction indicator light came on and the car was not able to be safely steered. Upon visual inspection, the front right tire was turned outward, while the front left remained straight. A mechanic confirmed that the issue was caused by a fully corroded sub-frame which had cracked in half.