2014 Mazda Mazda6: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2014 Mazda Mazda6? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 137 complaints, with Electrical Faults as the top reported area.
2014 Mazda Mazda6 Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star ProgramOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
10.3% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
10.3% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2014 Mazda Mazda6 has 137 owner complaints, 14 crash-related complaints, and 4 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Electrical Faults. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Mazda
- Model
- Mazda6
- Model year
- 2014
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 137
- Crash-related complaints
- 14
- Safety recall campaigns
- 4
- Top reported component
- Electrical Faults
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Most Common 2014 Mazda Mazda6 Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Electrical Faults
Transmission / Drivetrain
Uncategorized Issues
Complaint patterns center on Electrical Faults, Transmission / Drivetrain, Uncategorized Issues. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2014 Mazda Mazda6?
The 2014 Mazda Mazda6 shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
What to Check Before Buying a Used 2014 Mazda Mazda6
Inspection Focus
- Inspect electrical systems, including wiring and battery.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for transmission, brakes, and engine.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect electrical systems, including wiring and battery.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for transmission, brakes, and engine.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2014 Mazda Mazda6, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
What the Complaint Data Suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on 137 NHTSA complaints for the 2014 Mazda6, issues appear concentrated in electrical faults, with transmission, brake, and engine problems also reported. The data includes 14 crash-related complaints and 4 recalls, but the low confidence level suggests caution in interpretation.
- Electrical faults account for the largest share of complaints (47 out of 137).
- Transmission/drivetrain issues are the second most reported component (19 complaints).
- Brake system and engine problems each have 17 and 15 complaints, respectively.
- Electrical faults are the most frequently reported issue.
- Transmission/drivetrain problems are a recurring theme.
- Brake system complaints are notable.
All 2014 Mazda Mazda6 Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2014 Mazda Mazda6. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 47 | 1 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 19 | 2 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 17 | 1 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 17 | 2 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 15 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 9 | 4 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 9 | 2 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 8 | 2 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 7 | 2 | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 5 | 2 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 4 | 3 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Real Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2014 Mazda Mazda6. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
At 70000 miles the transmission just got stuck into a single gear in manual. I drove it home and the check engine light came on. Before this problem the car would not go into park. Every time I put it into park I was unable to turn off the car because it thought it was still in g…
I pulled into my parking space in front of garage door, I came to a complete stop and positively without any doubt, put my foot on the brake. As I shifted to park, all of a sudden engine loudly revved up and car suddenly and quickly accelerated through garage door. I want to ma…
My 2014 mazda 6 EVAP system pops the p0451 when filling up gas to the first click. It goes away after a while if I take care to not fill up the tank all the way to the top. It is similar to a issue reported by recall 7414D for other 2014 mazda 6s. My car is not covered by the ope…
The car will not go into Park right away. As previously reported, I have to start the car multiple times to get it into Park--can take up to 10 plus minutes before the car will go into Parkand shut off--only then I can lock the car! Very frustrating since it's a known issue and…
The park position sensor doesn't work. The car doesn't recognize that the car is in park and will not turn off. This is a known issue with the mazda 6 2014 and I do not know why there hasn't been a recall. I shouldn't have to pay to have this fixed. Started in 2019. Sometimes it …
The contact owns a 2014 Mazda Mazda6. The contact stated that while parked, there was a strong fuel odor coming from the vehicle. In addition, there was fuel leaking from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump needed…
The car had a (SUA) Sudden Unintended Acceleration malfunction. No, the car was totaled and towed away. My safety was put at risk as I was slowly pulling into a parking spot, eased my foot onto the brake and this malfunction caused my car to involuntarily jolt into a rampant hig…
When pressing the start stop button, the ignition may not turn off the accessories, even with the shifter in park position, and the vehicle engine shuts off normally the ignition stays on in accessory mode. This can cause battery drain/dead, possibly leaving me stranded in the da…
The Shifter Park Switch failed, causing the vehicle to say on when turning the vehicle off. This causes the battery to drain and created a bad cell battery. This caused the vehicle to turn off while in motion driving multiple times putting the driver and surrounding vehicles at …
The incident occurred while operating a diligently maintained 2014 Mazda 6 Touring, overseen by dealership service. While driving, the check engine light illuminated, prompting an immediate halt. Upon inspection, a concerning observation was made: the coolant level was significan…
When I put the car in park and push the push start/stop button, the car shuts off but the accessories and middle console display stay on. I have to keep shifting the car between the park position and the drive position before I put it back to the park position for the car to com…
The contact owns a 2014 Mazda Mazda6. The contact stated that on multiple occasions, the vehicle would stall upon the depression of the accelerator pedal as a fuel odor would emit from the vehicle. The check engine light would also appear on the instrument panel. The vehicle had …
The contact owns a 2014 Mazda Mazda6. The contact stated that the vehicle was recently repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V393000) (Parking Brake). The contact stated that after the recall repair was completed and she arrived at her destination and attempted to shut off the …
IGNITION DOES NOT TURN OFF WHEN PRESSING START/ STOP BUTTON When I park the car i.e. set the gear to Park position it doesn't turn off completely. The electricals in the car are ON and this is noticed for multiple mazda 6 and mazda cx-5 cars and despite complaining to the deale…
The vehicle wont shut completely off when you press the start/stop button after shifting into "Park". The relay that tells the car it's in Park is faulty and the car wont shut off all the way. This will drain the battery and not allow the driver to lock the doors when they exi…
Blind side modules have to be replaced. Mazda bulletin BSM indicator flashing dtc u3000 2013-2015 Mazda. No accidents or body damage yet dealers is asking $2100 dollars for repair. 2014 Mazda 6 with 99k miles. BSM is very useful and functional when working and provides an adde…
I was at a doctor's office and their parking lot has a large slope. I parked facing up the slope and applied the parking brake. When I exited the vehicle, I felt the vehicle slowly sliding backwards. I pushed rearward on the car to check if the brakes were holding which accelerat…
The contact owns a 2014 Mazda Mazda6. The contact stated while attempting to turn off the vehicle, it was not operating correctly. While the vehicle was parked, it was unable to shut down. The contact would shift back and forth to different gears for the vehicle to shut down corr…
Ignition does not turn off when pressing start/stop button draining battery with car completely shutting down while driving, coasting to the side of road almost causing an accident. Second time, car was parked, would not restart, had to get a jumpstart as battery was drained onc…
The contact's son owns a 2014 Mazda Mazda6. The contact stated that while her son was attempting to shift into PARK, the vehicle failed to recognize the gear selected, causing the battery to drain over time. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an inde…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2014 Mazda Mazda6.
2014 Mazda Mazda6 Recalls
4 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2014 Mazda Mazda6. 4 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
2014 Mazda Mazda6 Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2014 Mazda Mazda6 reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 137 owner complaints, 14 crash-related complaints, and 4 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2014 Mazda Mazda6 shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Mazda Mazda6?▾
#1: Electrical Faults (47 complaints). #2: Transmission / Drivetrain (19 complaints). #3: Uncategorized Issues (17 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2014 Mazda Mazda6?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2014 Mazda Mazda6?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2014 Mazda Mazda6, NHTSA complaints include 14 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 137 total complaints. 7 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2014 Mazda Mazda6 have any recalls?▾
Yes. 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2014 Mazda Mazda6. A major recall area is PARKING BRAKE. 4 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2014 Mazda Mazda6?▾
The 2014 Mazda Mazda6 shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Electrical Faults during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Mazda Mazda6 reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
Owner Reliability Rating
Rate the 2014 Mazda Mazda6 based on your ownership experience.
Add your rating:
Ratings are based on owner experience and are separate from NHTSA data shown above.
Check the Exact Vehicle History Before You Buy
Model-year complaints and recalls reveal patterns. A VIN report confirms whether the exact car has accident history, title brands, mileage issues, or open recalls.