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Common Problems with the
2013–2014 Mazda 6 (GJ)

We've identified 4 known issues that can affect the 2013–2014 Mazda 6 (GJ). 2 of these are serious faults that could be expensive to repair.

4
Known Issues
2
Serious
1
Moderate
1
Minor

The 2013–2014 period has 2 more issues than the Mazda 6 (GJ) average across all year periods.

All Known Issues

2.2 SkyActiv-D Oil Dilution & DPF Stress

SeriousEngine

Frequent interrupted regenerations let diesel contaminate the oil, accelerating timing chain, turbo and bottom-end wear.

Estimated cost: £500–£4,000Affects: 2012–2014

Typical symptoms

  • •Rising oil level on dipstick
  • •DPF warning light
  • •Limp mode after town use

What to inspect before you buy

  • ✓Check the dipstick level carefully
  • ✓Ask whether the car did mainly motorway miles

Camshaft Wear (Early Diesels)

SeriousEngine

Like the CX-5, early 2.2 diesel 6s suffered from premature camshaft wear leading to metal contamination in the oil and turbo failure.

Estimated cost: £2,000–£4,000Affects: 2012–2014

Typical symptoms

  • •Sudden loss of power
  • •Turbo whine
  • •Metal particles in oil filter

What to inspect before you buy

  • ✓Check if the car had the camshaft recall or replacement work done

i-ELOOP Capacitor Failure

ModerateElectrics & Electronics

Cars with Mazda's capacitor-based energy recovery system can trigger charging warnings and disable stop-start when the capacitor or control module gets weak.

Estimated cost: £250–£900Affects: 2013–2014

Typical symptoms

  • •i-ELOOP warning light
  • •i-stop unavailable
  • •Charging system messages

What to inspect before you buy

  • ✓Confirm the stop-start and charging system behave normally on the test drive

Bose Speaker Corrosion

MinorInterior & Trim

Moisture can enter the front door cavities and cause the Bose speaker coils to rust, leading to audio distortion.

Estimated cost: £100–£250Affects: 2012–2014

Typical symptoms

  • •Crackling or popping from front speakers
  • •No sound from one side

What to inspect before you buy

  • ✓Test the audio system at various volumes

Buying Tips for the 2013 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.
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