Catalytic Convertor problems of the 1999 Mazda 626

Three problems related to catalytic convertor have been reported for the 1999 Mazda 626. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Catalytic Convertor problem

Failure Date: 05/04/2005

Sluggish performance and "check engine" light illuminated which resulted in my bringing the automobile into my mechanic for servcing - diagnostic code (2nd time for this code) resulted in a replacement of 2 oxygen sensors and the catalytic converter at a cost of > $750. The first time this code appeared, the mechanic tuned up the engine, which cost $300.

2 Catalytic Convertor problem

Failure Date: 03/03/2003

1999 Mazda 626 -complete transmission failure in March,2003. Replaced with rebuilt transmission for $2048. 00 - Jan-2006 - complete transmission failure again. I have also replaced catalytic converter twice, within one years time.

3 Catalytic Convertor problem

The catalytic converter malfunctioned. Also, torque converter became defective, resulting in major transmission problems.




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