Table 1 shows 19 common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 1998 Mazda 626. The number one most common problem is related to the engine belts and pulleys (40 problems). The second most common problem is related to the radiator (eight problems).
The contact owns a 1998 Mazda 626lx. The contact stated that the vehicle would not start and at times would stall. Approximately one year ago, the vehicle was taken to the dealer where they replaced the timing belt. The problem continued. Read details...
Overflow tank for radiator has cracked and lost all water to my car at least 5 times since 2004, I have gone to alhambra Mazda for help also to Mazda corporate headquarters in irvine, all refuse to acknowledge the problem. Read details...
: the contact stated while attempting to accelerate, the vehicle stalled without warning. It was towed to the contact's residence. An independent mechanic determined the timing spring fractured. There was a NHTSA recall, #00v134000, regarding the engine. Read details...