Exterior Lighting Problems of Mazda 626

Mazda 626 owners have reported 15 exterior lighting related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 6 most common exterior lighting problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's headlights (6 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's headlight switch (3 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Exterior Lighting related problems of Mazda 626


Recently reported Exterior Lighting problems of Mazda 626

The Headlights problem

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.   Read details...

The Headlight Switch problem

The headlights do not work when I turn the switch but, if I shift the handle to activate the turn signals, then the headlights turn on. More details regarding this condition are that the dashboard lights do not work as well.   Read details...

The Exterior Lighting problem

The contact owns a 2000 Mazda 626. While driving various speeds, the headlamps failed to remain illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 159,000.   Read details...

The Brake Light problem

No summary included for this vehicle.   Read details...

The Turn Signal Switch problem

The headlight combo switch failed due to poor design. Nlm   Read details...




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