2017 Mazda Mazda6: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2017 Mazda Mazda6? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 56 complaints, with Uncategorized Issues as the top reported area.
2017 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 2017 Mazda Mazda6 has 56 owner complaints, 1 crash-related complaints, and 1 recall campaign on record. The most frequently reported component is Uncategorized Issues. NHTSA reliability signal: Notable Issues.
- Make
- Mazda
- Model
- Mazda6
- Model year
- 2017
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 56
- Crash-related complaints
- 1
- Safety recall campaigns
- 1
- Top reported component
- Uncategorized Issues
- Reliability signal
- Notable Issues
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Most Common 2017 Mazda Mazda6 Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Uncategorized Issues
Electrical Faults
Brake System
Complaint patterns center on Uncategorized Issues, Electrical Faults, Brake System. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2017 Mazda Mazda6?
The 2017 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 2017 Mazda Mazda6
Inspection Focus
- Inspect electrical systems (battery, alternator, wiring) for signs of issues.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for brake and electrical repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect electrical systems (battery, alternator, wiring) for signs of issues.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for brake and electrical repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2017 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
Complaints for the 2017 Mazda6 are concentrated in uncategorized issues and electrical faults, with a single recall and one crash-related complaint. The data suggests potential electrical system concerns, but the low confidence level and small sample size limit definitive conclusions.
- Uncategorized Issues account for the largest share of complaints.
- Electrical Faults are the second most reported component.
- Only one crash-related complaint was recorded.
- Uncategorized Issues
- Electrical Faults
- Brake System
All 2017 Mazda Mazda6 Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2017 Mazda Mazda6. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uncategorized Issues | 21 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 17 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Carry Handle | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Shell | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Base | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Insert | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Padding | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Other/I Am Not Sure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 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 2017 Mazda Mazda6. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
The contact owns a 2017 Mazda Mazda6. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the engine choked, and the vehicle stalle…
Ghost touch concern on infotainment touchscreen, similar/same as SSPB6 which was issued for earlier Mazda3 models and extended to other Mazda models. When car is on and touchscreen is not disabled, it exhibits phantom touches, making it unsafe and unusable as it acts like it is …
The car seat involved is a Nuna RAVA convertible car seat that was sent to the manufacturer solely due to a safety recall. I declined the self-repair recall option and requested that Nuna perform the recall service, which they agreed to. During recall servicing, Nuna inspected t…
On a clear lane with the forward car 5 car lengths away with traffic flowing, the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) activated slowing my car down from 65mph to 30mph. I deactivated AEB on my exit and changed the AEB distance from “normal” to “near”.
The part was purchased via Rock auto and installed at home DIY. The vehicle failed to return form "maintenance" mode for the rear parking brake. Took it to a Mazda dealer and they determined the Calipers were both manufactured incorrectly or the "spline gear" in the rear of the c…
Coolant leaked into my engine system . Now dealership says a new engine is needed
My sunroof exploded while I was driving on the 405 S freeway. It can be inspected at any time as I haven’t had it repaired or inspected by anyone yet. It happened while I was driving at least 65 mph in the fast lane. It sounded like a gunshot and startled me greatly. Glass flew e…
Infotainment system continually has ghost touches and opens apps, changes radio stations glitches on the screen while the car is driving making it extremely dangerous to drive as it affects volume also. Sometimes it will just start blaring at full volume. Happens everytime I driv…
Infotainment system randomly clicks and selects items on the screen while driving.
The contact owns a 2017 Mazda Mazda6. The contact stated while driving at slower speeds and depressing the accelerator pedal, there was a delay before the vehicle responded. Additionally, the contact stated that after refueling the vehicle, the contact became aware of a fuel leak…
From the information I have gathered, this is a common issue affecting many Mazdas ranging from 2014 to 2018. The issue is what the Mazda Community calls "Ghost touch" Our infotainment screens will start clicking buttons on its own including increasing the volume or switching scr…
The infotainment system randomly changes screens, places calls, alters routes while vehicle is in use. It makes for a dangerous distraction while driving.
My display infotainment system is acting weird and when I am driving all of a sudden it auto touches and changing brightness, increasing volume, changing tracks when playing music. It's very distracting and pose a serious safety risk. When I looked on the internet, there are a lo…
The issue I'm experiencing seems to be common, and is called the "infotainment ghost touch screen issue" The electric screen that shows maps, radio stations, chapters in books I'm listening to, driving directions, etc. starts fluctuating wildly whenever I'm approaching traffic l…
The infotainment system randomly changes the screen very rapidly, "ghosting". The screen didn't and brightens very rapidly while driving, going from night to day modes or vice versa even though I set it on auto mode. The worst is that it randomly makes calls to people in my conta…
The infotainment system on my car randomly repeatedly and frequently registers inputs when I am not making any. This has happened more times than I can count over the past several years. It will call people in my contacts, change settings on my car including safety settings, it w…
My infotainment center experiences a ghost touch, typically in hot weather, where it just randomly starts pressing buttons on the touch screen, increases volume, hits play/pause over and over again. It is VERY distracting when it occurs while I’m driving
Touch screen has ghosting effects, and automatically starts disabling safety and alert systems, calling random people, playing music, muting calls, navigating to random places, etc. without any input from the user. Mazda has an existing service bulletin for this issue that includ…
2017 Mazda 6 with the dreaded "ghost touch" on the infotainment system. Driving along, the screen freaks out, volume goes up, station changes, screen goes almost black, bass goes up, fader goes to back... Very disappointing that Mazda knows about the problem and continues to bu…
Touch screen on vehicle making random selections on its own, causing potentially dangerous distractions to myself while driving. There are also dead spots on screen where touch does not work. Reads error code "B108E04 Display-System Internal Failure"
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2017 Mazda Mazda6.
2017 Mazda Mazda6 Recalls
1 campaignNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2017 Mazda Mazda6. 1 recall campaign is on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
2017 Mazda Mazda6 Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2017 Mazda Mazda6 reliable?▾
Notable Issues. NHTSA currently shows 56 owner complaints, 1 crash-related complaints, and 1 recall campaign for this model year. The 2017 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 2017 Mazda Mazda6?▾
#1: Uncategorized Issues (21 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (17 complaints). #3: Brake System (4 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2017 Mazda Mazda6?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2017 Mazda Mazda6?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2017 Mazda Mazda6, NHTSA complaints include 1 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 56 total complaints. 1 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2017 Mazda Mazda6 have any recalls?▾
Yes. 1 NHTSA recall campaign affect the 2017 Mazda Mazda6. A major recall area is EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL. 1 recall campaign is on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2017 Mazda Mazda6?▾
The 2017 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 Uncategorized Issues 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.
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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.