2009 Mazda MAZDA6 body & structure problems

Related recalls

• Recall 18V631000Sep 14, 201850,176 vehicles
  STRUCTURE · SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM

  Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2009-2010 Mazda Mazda6 vehicles sold, or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. The front cross member may corrode after exposure to road salt.

  Risk: Corrosion may weaken the mounting point for the passenger side lower control arm, unexpectedly changing the steering alignment and increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the cross member and either install a side member and drain hose and apply wax to protect from rust, or install a drain hose and an improved front cross member, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 2818I.

• Recall 13V425000Sep 24, 2013161,400 vehicles
  LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

  Mazda is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Mazda6 vehicles manufactured February 4, 2008, through August 24, 2012. The door latch mounting screws may become loose.

  Risk: If all three door latch mounting screws become excessively loose the door latch mechanism would not engage and the door might open while the vehicle is in motion increasing the risk of accident or injury.

  Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will apply a thread locking adhesive to the door screws and retorque them, free of charge. The recall began on October 29, 2013. Owners may contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's recall number is 7013I.

What owners say

1. Filed Nov 17, 2025GUBody & Structure

   My rear subframe rusted thru and has holes in it. It is too dangerous to drive and mazda won't recall the rear like the front subframe knowing that a lot of people are suffering from the same issue. A subframe should last a long time. My mechanic inspected the car and feels like it's not safe to drive.

   NHTSA complaint #11699875 · source
2. Filed May 4, 2025NJBody & StructureSuspension

   The front and rear crossmembers have significant rust. The front has holes and chunks of metal missing due to rust corrosion. The rear has flaking and is deeply pockmarked with rust. These are structural components. Failure can lead to a crash.

   NHTSA complaint #11658728 · source
3. Filed Sep 23, 2024PABody & StructureSuspension

   2009 Mazda 6 Rear subframe and springs are deemed unsafe due to extreme rusting and corrosion. The vehicle is registered and has been registered in both NY and PA (salt states), however was regularly washed and garage maintained. Vehicle will no longer pass inspection due to this issue and Mazda indicates no recall for the rear at this time and is ignoring that this is a highly prevalent issue. Mazda recalled and acknowledged this issue on these makes/models related to the…

   NHTSA complaint #11616055 · source
4. Filed May 24, 2024CTBody & Structure

   I have a 2009 Mazda 6, the subframe/engine cradle has completely rusted out on the right side causing the lower control arm to detach from the frame while I was driving almost causing a accident luckily I was driving slow at the time. There was a recall for this exact issue, I contacted Mazda and they have no open recalls and can not help me

   NHTSA complaint #11590508 · source
5. Filed Apr 8, 2024PABody & StructureSuspension

   "What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request?" - Rear subframe. Total rust through due to improper steel alloy and insufficient paint. Same as happened for the front subframe. Front subframe was recalled as 2818I (Mazda's number) and 19V-323, 18V-631 (NHTSA numbers). NHTSA should also mandate rear subframe be recalled. "How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk?" - Total catastrophic structural failure of…

   NHTSA complaint #11581728 · source
6. Filed Mar 14, 2024MABody & StructureOther / UnknownSuspension

   I took my car to the mechanic for some routine maintenance and they called to tell me they discovered that the rear subframe is completely corroded. They say the car is not safe to drive, as it could come apart at any moment, and it will cost so much to repair (current estimate is $8000 and still climbing!) that it may be better for me to buy a new car (which I cannot afford). The mechanic expressed shock at how badly the subframe has deteriorated. He said it is in much…

   NHTSA complaint #11577381 · source
7. Filed Sep 24, 2023MIBody & StructureSuspensionWheels & Tires

   * Drivers side (worst) and passenger side rear lower control arm. Both are available for inspection upon request. * The drivers side rear lower control arm rusted through and cracked near the point where it connects to the rear subframe. The right lower control arm did not yet visibly crack (it's still on the vehicle), but it is also severely rusted. If driven and either completely separated, loss of control as well as flying debris on the road would have been nearly…

   NHTSA complaint #11546287 · source
8. Filed Jan 3, 2023MDBody & StructureSteeringSuspension

   I own a 2009 mazda 6 witch is my only vehicle I had tooken it to a mechanic shop due to noise comming from the front and rear of the car under farther investigation I was notified by the mechanic that the entire front and rear subframes were badly rotted and rusty i than took the car to a mazda dealer for further inspection we’re I was notified that they would replace the front sub frame under recall but I would still have to pay out of pocket for all the other suspension…

   NHTSA complaint #11500017 · source
9. Filed Jul 26, 202285,600 miINTowedBody & StructureSuspension

   The contact owns a 2009 Mazda Mazda6. The contact stated that while driving the vehicle at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal squealing sound coming from the front of the vehicle while turning, also while depressing the brake pedal. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who discovered corrosion and a hole on the front passenger’s side suspension cross member. The vehicle was then towed to the local dealer who confirmed the diagnosis and informed the…

   NHTSA complaint #11475867 · source
10. Filed May 16, 2022NYBody & Structure

    There was a recall for the front K-frame (Sub-frame) due to excessive corrosion. However the rear also has the same issue and loses structural integrity because of it. The rear control arms can snap through the frame where they are mounted, resulting in an increased likelihood of losing control.

    NHTSA complaint #11464820 · source
11. Filed Apr 30, 2021NYAirbagsBody & Structure

    My dashboard (crash pad) on my passenger side over my airbag is melting and cracking causing me to be concerned about safety in the event of an accident. Mazda claims that recall ended in march of 2019 but i was never notified by mazda of this recall therefore i feel it should be extended for my safety. The crash pad becomes sticky, melts and cracks the dashboard. My vehicle is still in operation and therefore my saftey is still important

    NHTSA complaint #11414620 · source
12. Filed Jan 25, 2021150,000 miALBody & Structure

    The dashboard has melted. The car is usually parked outside. It started melting in 2017, but it has gotten worse. When the sun is bright, the reflection will cause driving concerns.

    NHTSA complaint #11389929 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology