1994 Mazda 626 LX review from North America
"Be smarter than me. Do your research and do not choose a 626 automatic between the years of 94-99"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Occasionally does not shift out of Park- problem between brake link and transmission.
2 sway bar links ($60 each, available only through Mazda) at 105,000.
2 engine mounds at 112,000.
Thermostat at 112,000.
Front struts at 115,000.
Transmission fluid leak at 115,000.
One bushing near front of car at 115,000.
Transmission gave out at 123,000.
At 123,000 car needs new brake pads and rotors, new exhaust system, inner passenger side tie rod end, new transmission!!
General comments?
This car has given me nothing but problems. It has left me stranded countless times because of the faulty brake/transmission link. The transmission blew out on trip to Chicago. Every month or so, another problem comes up- the car is a constant worry and has cost me over $2,000 in repairs in one year.
My mechanic thinks the transmission is not the original one, which would mean it was changed before 105,000 miles.
The car looks good outside and inside... but don't be fooled. Expect a lot of repairs.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 1994 |
| Year of manufacture | 1994 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0L 4 cylinder. Automatic |
| Performance marks | 4 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 1 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 105000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 123000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 8th November, 2004 |