1994 Mazda MX-6

1994 Mazda MX-6

The 1994 Mazda MX-6 is a sporty and stylish coupe that offers a comfortable ride and agile handling. It is available with a variety of engine and transmission options, including a 2.0-liter inline-4 producing 118 horsepower and 134 lb-ft of torque, and a 2.5-liter V6 producing 164 horsepower and 162 lb-ft of torque. Transmission options include a 5-speed manual and a 4-speed automatic.

While the MX-6 is generally a reliable vehicle, there are a few issues that owners have reported.

Engine

2.0-liter Inline-4

• Intake manifold gasket failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Coolant or oil leaking from the intake manifold, engine overheating, decreased engine performance
  • Solution: Replace the intake manifold gasket
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
  • Recalls: None Found
• Valve cover gasket leak
  • Description/Symptoms: Oil leaking from the valve cover, engine smoking, decreased engine performance
  • Solution: Replace the valve cover gasket
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200
  • Recalls: None Found

2.5-liter V6

• Timing belt failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Engine stalling, rough idling, decreased engine performance
  • Solution: Replace the timing belt and tensioner
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $600 - $800
  • Recalls: None Found
• Ignition coil failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Engine misfiring, decreased engine performance, hard starting
  • Solution: Replace the ignition coil
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200
  • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

5-speed Manual

• Clutch failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Difficulty shifting gears, slipping clutch, grinding noises
  • Solution: Replace the clutch
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $800
  • Recalls: None Found

4-speed Automatic

• Transmission slipping
  • Description/Symptoms: Transmission slipping out of gear, difficulty shifting gears, rough shifting
  • Solution: Rebuild or replace the transmission
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Front strut mounts failing
  • Description/Symptoms: Clunking or rattling noises from the front end, reduced handling stability
  • Solution: Replace the front strut mounts
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
  • Recalls: None Found
• Rear shock absorbers leaking
  • Description/Symptoms: Reduced ride quality, bouncing or swaying when driving
  • Solution: Replace the rear shock absorbers
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Alternator failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Dimming headlights, battery warning light on, difficulty starting
  • Solution: Replace the alternator
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $700
  • Recalls: None Found
• Starter failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Difficulty starting, grinding noises
  • Solution: Replace the starter
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Plastic trim fading
  • Description/Symptoms: Plastic trim on the exterior of the vehicle fading or discoloring over time
  • Solution: Replace or repaint the plastic trim
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Headliner sagging
  • Description/Symptoms: Headliner material detaching from the roof of the vehicle
  • Solution: Reattach or replace the headliner
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
  • Recalls: None Found
• Dashboard cracking
  • Description/Symptoms: Cracks appearing on the dashboard
  • Solution: Replace the dashboard
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

Overall, the 1994 Mazda MX-6 is a reliable and fun-to-drive vehicle. However, there are a few common issues that owners should be aware of, such as intake manifold gasket failure, valve cover gasket leaks, timing belt failure, and clutch failure. The cost to fix these issues can range from $100 to $2,000, but most repairs can be completed for less than $500.