general problems of the 1997 Mazda 626

Two problems related to engine and engine cooling have been reported for the 1997 Mazda 626. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Engine And Engine Cooling problem

Failure Date: 09/22/2011

Cpsc#i1190531a. 1997 Mazda 626. Consumer stated when she brought the car it had severe transmission issues, and began smoking severely once taken the speed limit. She also stated it resulted in being towed on the 6th day of having the vehicle purchased.

2 Engine And Engine Cooling problem

Failure Date: 06/22/2003

Transmission failure had to be replaced, overdrive light constantly flashing, dealers stated was oxygen sensor replaced both sensors, problem not solved, replaced transmission replaced several days later with another, first replacement was defective.




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