Table 1 shows 16 common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 1999 Mazda 626. The number one most common problem is related to the engine belts and pulleys (19 problems). The second most common problem is related to the car stall (seven problems).
The contact owns a 1999 Mazda 626. While driving approximately 35 mph, the contact heard a loud noise coming from the engine compartment. A local mechanic stated that the external spring in the timing belt tensioner failed and damaged the engine. Read details...
The car stalled while driving at 70 mph on the interstate on August 7, 2005. No warning indicator lights appeared, and no noises were heard. Owner felt the engine died and pulled over to the shoulder of the road. The car had no electrical power. Read details...
The Mazda 626 transmission is not known for its reliability. It fact, there have been numerous complaints about problems encountered with the Mazda 626 transmission. A common problem on the vehicle is the failure of the automatic transmission. Read details...