Does the 2012 Mazda Mazda6 have recalls?

NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for the 2012 Mazda Mazda6, including Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module; Structure; Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch. Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

What are the most common 2012 Mazda Mazda6 problems?

Owners filed 100 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are air bags (30), exterior lighting (28), structure (12), electrical system (12).

How much does a 2012 Mazda Mazda6 cost to own for 5 years?

About $35,470 over 5 years ($591/month) at an estimated $7,500 purchase price and 12,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

2012 Mazda Mazda6

The 2012 Mazda Mazda6 earns a fair Throttlebook Ownership Score of 62/100. Expect about $35,470 to own it for five years, or $591 a month. NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 100 complaints.

Recalls: 6
Complaints: 100
5-yr cost: $35k
MPG (EPA): —

Fair

Ownership Score

2012 Mazda Mazda6 vs nearby years

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6 recalls may apply

For the 2012 Mazda Mazda6. NHTSA matches recalls by model and year — confirm by VIN.

Park-it warning

What's wrong: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2007-2012 CX-7, CX-9, and 2009-2012 Maza6 vehicles. These vehicles had their passenger frontal air bag inflators previously replaced under a prior recall using inflators of the same design. The inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 1317F. Note: This recall supersedes recalls 16V356 and 17V012.

Check recalls for this exact VIN at NHTSA

Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.

5-year cost to own

Estimated $7,500 price, 20% down, 11.19% APR for 60 months (Experian avg.), 12,000 mi/yr.

$35,470

$591/month · $0.59/mile

Depreciation	$1,696
Insurance (national avg.)	$12,000
Fuel / charging	$6,700
Maintenance	$7,500
Repairs	$4,000
Loan interest	$2,124
Taxes & fees	$1,450

Estimate, not financial advice. How we calculate.

Owner complaints & safety

What real owners reported to NHTSA for this model year.

100 complaints5 involved a crash2 involved a fire

Air Bags30
Exterior Lighting28
Unknown Or Other20
Structure12
Electrical System12
Suspension9

Complaint counts scale with how many were sold; compare against similar models.

NHTSA crash-test stars

Overall: 4 out of 5 stars
Frontal: 3 out of 5 stars
Side: 4 out of 5 stars
Rollover: 5 out of 5 stars

Rated as: 2012 Mazda Mazda6 4 DR FWD

What to check on a used 2012 Mazda Mazda6

Ordered by what owners of this model year reported most. Reports are not proof of a defect.

Electrical and lights
- Test every window, lock, light and wiper.
- Watch for warning lights that stay on after start-up.
Airbags
- The airbag light should come on at start-up and then go out.
- Ask for proof that any airbag recalls were completed.
Body and structure
- Look for uneven gaps, mismatched paint or rust underneath.
- Check that every door, the hood and the trunk latch properly.

If anything in a safety area feels wrong (brakes, steering, airbags, tires), stop driving and get it inspected before you buy or drive it further. Paste a VIN above for the full printable checklist.

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FAQ

Is the 2012 Mazda Mazda6 a good car to buy?: The 2012 Mazda Mazda6 earns a fair Throttlebook Ownership Score of 62/100. Expect about $35,470 to own it for five years, or $591 a month. NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 100 complaints.
Does the 2012 Mazda Mazda6 have recalls?: NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for the 2012 Mazda Mazda6, including Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module; Structure; Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch. Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common 2012 Mazda Mazda6 problems?: Owners filed 100 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are air bags (30), exterior lighting (28), structure (12), electrical system (12).
How much does a 2012 Mazda Mazda6 cost to own for 5 years?: About $35,470 over 5 years ($591/month) at an estimated $7,500 purchase price and 12,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP ratings; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data refreshed weekly. Complaint counts scale with sales volume.