Mazda 929 recall history
Comprehensive recall and complaint data for the Mazda 929, sourced from official National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) records.
Last updated: (NHTSA data snapshot)
At a Glance
Stats focus on model years from 1960 onwards. Earlier years appear in the detailed table below where data exists.
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Key Takeaways
A quick scan of where recalls and complaints concentrate for the Mazda 929, based on aggregated NHTSA counts and campaign metadata.
- Coverage spans model years 1988–1995 with 9 recall campaigns and 208 complaints in NHTSA data.
- Years with the most recall activity: 1989 (2), 1988 (2), and 1995 (1).
- Years with the most complaint volume: 1992 (44), 1988 (40), and 1989 (38).
- Top recall themes: Electrical, Seats and restraints, and Structure.
- Most reported complaint areas (across all years): Structure:body:door, Seat belts:front:buckle assembly, Power train:automatic transmission.
- Complaints are not proof of a defect, but repeated themes can be useful signals when researching a used vehicle.
- Always check your specific VIN for open recalls (open recalls are VIN-specific and can change over time).
Recall Themes
Instead of listing long campaign narratives, this groups recall campaigns into a few recurring areas. Each theme links back to official notices as evidence.
Electrical
1 campaign · Years: 1993–1995These campaigns relate to wiring or electrical components that can cause warning lights, loss of function, or fire risk in some cases.
- 15V674000 · Electrical system: Switch
Seats and restraints
1 campaign · Years: 1988–1991These campaigns relate to seats, belts, airbags restraint integration, or child restraint anchoring components.
- 95V103005 · Seat belts: Buckle assembly
Structure
1 campaign · Years: 1988–1989These campaigns relate to structural components such as frame/body parts that can affect crash protection or integrity.
- 93V174000 · Structure: Door
Most Reported Issues
Across all model years, the most frequently reported areas for the Mazda 929 in NHTSA complaint data are Structure:body:door, Seat belts:front:buckle assembly, Power train:automatic transmission.
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Year-by-Year Overview
Each row shows how often this model appears in NHTSA recalls and consumer complaints for a given model year. These are counts of campaigns and complaints, not risk predictions.
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 1 | 3 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Child seat, Tires, Air bags. |
| 1994 | 1 | 21 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Air bags:frontal, Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components, Visibility:power window devices and controls. |
| 1993 | 1 | 21 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Air bags:frontal, Engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly, Seats. |
| 1992 | 0 | 44 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Seats, Vehicle speed control, Electrical system:ignition. |
| 1991 | 1 | 27 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components, Engine and engine cooling:engine. |
| 1990 | 1 | 14 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Seat belts, Seat belts:front:buckle assembly, Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:rotor. |
| 1989 | 2 | 38 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Structure:body:door, Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch, Power train:automatic transmission. |
| 1988 | 2 | 40 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Seat belts:front:buckle assembly, Structure:body:door, Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch. |
What to Do Next
- Check open recalls by VIN on the official NHTSA site (open recalls are VIN-specific).
- If buying used, ask for proof of recall remedy completion (dealer paperwork helps).
- If symptoms match common complaint themes, consider a mechanic inspection before purchase or long trips.
Recall Evidence by Year
A compact evidence view of recall campaigns that include this model. The default text is an original summary line, with official notice text available on demand.
Most common areas involved: Seat belts , Electrical system and Structure
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⚠️ Important Safety Information
Recall Explained provides independent analysis of official NHTSA data. This site does not replace the official NHTSA VIN lookup and should not be treated as legal or safety advice for your specific vehicle.
For any safety concerns: Always check your VIN on the official NHTSA site and contact an authorized dealer.