Mazda 6 (GJ) Problems by Year
The launch-era third-generation 6 is stylish and genuinely good to drive, but early 2.2 diesels are the riskiest cars in the whole Mazda 6 family.
Select a year below to see the specific problems affecting that model year, with estimated repair costs and severity ratings.
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Year Periods
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Known Issues
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Serious Faults
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Moderate Issues
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View MOT history, registration data, and reliability scores for the Mazda Mazda 6 (GJ).
View Mazda 6 (GJ) DirectoryBuying Tips for the Mazda 6 (GJ)
- ✓The 2.0 SkyActiv-G petrol is the safe bet; be very wary of 2.2 diesels used for short trips.
- ✓Check the saloon boot floor and rear light seals for damp.
- ✓Make sure the i-ELOOP / i-stop system works properly and shows no charging warnings.