Two problems related to axle assembly have been reported for the 2001 Mazda 626. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Mazda 626 based on all problems reported for the 2001 626.
Retaining clip from transmission gearshift lever (on transaxle assembly) ws found missing and shift cable became disconnected from lever causing vehicle to be stuck in drive (the gear vehicle was in when component failed). This could have been a dangerous situation as shifter indicator showed vehicle in drive.
Retaining clip from transmission gearshift lever (on transaxle assembly) was found missing and shift cable became disconnected from lever causing vehicle to be stuck in reverse (the gear vehicle was in when component failed). This could have been a dangerous situation as shifter indicator showed vehicle in drive.