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1988 Mazda MX-6 recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1988 Mazda MX-6. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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1988 Mazda MX-6 recalls, newest first

May 24, 1995NHTSA 95V103005360,433 vehicles potentially affected

Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly

Summary
The front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. These red plastic release buttons are marked "press." if a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to operate improperly.
Consequence
The safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Owners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front safety belt buckles and carefully inspect the red release button for any breaks or cracks. They should ensure that both buckles are operating properly by inserting each latch plate into its buckle, tugging on the belt to make sure the latch is securely locked, and then pressing the release button. The latch plate should pop out of the buckle when the button is pressed. If either release button shows a sign of breaking or cracking or if either buckle fails to operate properly, owners should promptly contact their authorized dealer to schedule an appointment to have the buckle replaced or repaired, free of charge. The manufacturer is developing a remedy designed to prevent failure of the buttons that are not currently broken.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

February 22, 1988NHTSA 88V02200072,883 vehicles potentially affected

Vehicle speed control › Accelerator pedal

Summary
At ambient temperatures below 0 degree f, frost may accumulate within the throttle body under extended constant speed operation.
Consequence
Frost accumulation on the throttle valve may prevent thevalve from returning smoothly.
Remedy
Install a new type thermostat designed to raise the coolant temperature and warm the throttle body to a level above freezing.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

December 29, 1987NHTSA 87V19600014,807 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Drum › Shoes/linings

Summary
Vehicles equipped with rear brake drums transported by train may experience separation of the brake shoe from the wheel brake cylinder piston.
Consequence
Should separation occur, repeated brake operation maydamage the wheel brake cylinder dust boot, allowing water or dust intrusion andsubsequent piston contamination.
Remedy
All vehicles will be inspected and if no separation is found grease will be applied to the component interface to lower friction and avoid subsequent relative motion. If separation is found the wheel brake cylinder dust boot will be replaced.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

September 17, 1987NHTSA 87V149000400 vehicles potentially affected

Vehicle speed control › Linkages

Summary
Floor mat could interfere with release of accelerator pedal due to improper shape of mat.
Consequence
This could result in loss of accelerator control andcreate potential for an accident.
Remedy
Remove present mat and replace with new improved mat.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 16 complaints about the 1988 Mazda MX-6 with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
1
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly8
  2. Electrical system1
  3. Electrical system › Wiring › Interior/under dash1
  4. Power train › Automatic transmission1
  5. Seat belts › Front › Retractor1

Other Mazda MX-6 years

Other 1988 Mazda models

Questions

Does the 1988 Mazda MX-6 have any recalls?
5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: seat belts, vehicle speed control, service brakes, hydraulic, fuel system, gasoline. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1988 Mazda MX-6 recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Mazda dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1988 Mazda MX-6?
16 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.