1993 Mazda MX-6 brakes problems

Filed May 10, 2007 · Brakes · 112,125 miles · NC

On the models with rear disc brakes: after applying, and then releasing the parking brake in a normal manner the parking brake actuator pivoting pin bearing on one of the rear calipers seized, causing it not release or to not fully release. This could cause a handling/braking instability issue, not to mention premature brake pad wear/failure. An improperly designed caliper involving the seal around the parking brake actuator pivoting pin and bearing was the cause of the failures.

Filed Jan 17, 2005 · Brakes · 112,435 miles · NC

Applied parking brake. Rear brake caliper parking brake mechanism design failure caused the rear caliper to not release after releasing the parking brake handle. Had to manually (from underneath the car) force the actuator lever back.

Filed May 18, 2001 · Brakes · CA

My hand brake will fail to release, or on repeated heavy brake-application the calliper will not release - causing intense heat to rotor and distorting the caliper.

Filed Apr 17, 2001 · Brakes · MA

Brake caliper siezed causing loss of power and a sudden pull to one side and abnormal wear of brake pads, vehicle has been repaired.*ak consumer stated on multiple instances at a variety of speeds and road conditons the rear calipers seized and/or stuck after application of brakes.

Filed Sep 22, 2000 · Brakes · NJ

Parking brake caliper froze. Overheated rotor while driving. Caused imbalance while driving almost causing accident. Rotot heated up to dangerous level.

Filed Jan 10, 2000 · Brakes · TN

After the calipers failed on the rear, the parking brake was locked in place and would not release mazda of knoxville and bill gatton mazda of johnson city were contacted, and both denied any knowledge of the problem and refused to repair damages to calipers pads and rotors. I was informed to complain to this organization if mazda refused to replace the failed components thank you joe gemmell.

Filed May 18, 1999 · Brakes · PA

Stops above 40mph+ can result in full foot pressure with very little braking effect. Happens repeatedly. Dearler changed most brake realted items with no effect on problem. Similar complaints at #956928 and #973904 in complaints database. Dealer refused to render further assistance.

Filed May 18, 1999 · Brakes · PA

Please see ergonite.demon.co.uk/probemx/probefaq.htm the web address I gave details the problem. The replacement calipers the dealer installed 23,000 miles ago are starting to fail. Dealer refuses to replace. I consider caliper failure to be a valid safety concern. Similar complaints are at #518871 and #700173 in complaints database.

Filed Oct 28, 1998 · Brakes · OH

Rear calipers fail causing parking brake to stick, resulting in very hot rear wheels.

Filed Aug 15, 1997 · Brakes · PA

Replaced front brake rotors due to overheating of the metal. Also replaced brake pads and calipers.