PROBLEM GUIDE
Here's what owners are experiencing, based on our research of real owner reports and repair data.
Last updated August 2026
60
complaints filed for the 2015 model year
2009–2016
Model years affected
$2,000 – $3,500
Typical repair cost, by problem
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Start my diagnosis →Owners advised not to drive the vehicle
Check engine light: Off
Two independent reports document front subframe/engine cradle corrosion, one explicitly noting the owner was 'advised not to drive it.'
Dragging and reduced holding force
Check engine light: On
Parking brake actuator shaft corrosion causes dragging and reduced holding force; a confirmed recall (1217F) exists, but remedy parts have been unavailable for extended periods.
"Critical parts with severe rust and imminent failure"
Check engine light: Off
Severe underbody and suspension corrosion in road-salt environments, described in one complaint as 'critical parts with severe rust and imminent failure.'
Owners describe it as atypical compared to other vehicles
Check engine light: Off
Windshields crack from minor pebble/gravel impacts, described by owners as atypical compared to other vehicles they've owned.
Loss of power at low speeds, requiring an engine restart
Check engine light: On
Unexpected transmission downshifting, loss of power, and disengagement at low speeds requiring an engine restart.
Complete engine disintegration
Check engine light: On
The Number 2 piston rod bearing spun and disintegrated, requiring engine replacement — echoing engine-durability concerns seen on earlier MazdaSpeed6 variants in this nameplate's history.
The engine overheats due to a failed cooling fan control module
Check engine light: Off
The engine overheats due to a failed cooling fan control module. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 165 owner reports on file.
The transmission slips between 1st, 2nd, and 4th gears with the automatic transmission warning light activated
Check engine light: On
The transmission slips between 1st, 2nd, and 4th gears with the automatic transmission warning light activated. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 108 owner reports on file.
Updating the PCM software helps a problem with stalling under light acceleration
Check engine light: Off
Updating the PCM software helps a problem with stalling under light acceleration. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 62 owner reports on file.
Battery cable corrosion leads to wiring harness replacement and starting issues
Check engine light: Off
Battery cable corrosion leads to wiring harness replacement and starting issues. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 27 owner reports on file.
This generation has a confirmed recall (1217F) for parking brake actuator shaft corrosion, but replacement parts have been unavailable for extended periods. Enter your VIN to get the confirmed, current recall picture for your specific car.
The information on this page is for general educational purposes only and is not a diagnosis. It is compiled from aggregated owner-reported data and publicly available sources, not from an inspection of your vehicle. Symptoms described here can have multiple causes, and the presence of a commonly reported problem does not mean your vehicle has it. Repair cost ranges are estimates that vary by region, shop, vehicle condition, and parts availability. Recall and service campaign information may be incomplete or out of date — verify current recall status with NHTSA or your manufacturer. MyGearGuru is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any vehicle manufacturer; manufacturer and model names are used for identification only. Always consult a qualified technician before making repair decisions.
Front subframe and engine cradle rust-through, described by owners as unsafe to drive, is documented in two independent owner repair reports. A parking brake actuator shaft corrosion recall (1217F) exists, but remedy parts have been unavailable for extended periods.