Two problems related to automatic transmission have been reported for the 2007 Mazda MAZDA6. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2007 Mazda MAZDA6 based on all problems reported for the 2007 MAZDA6.
While traversing an intersection my Mazda 6's idle climbed to 3000 rpm without shifting. In order not to stress the engine I was forced to drive at a maximum of 15 mph and being on a highway with no parking or emergency shoulder I was frightened that I would become involved in or cause an accident. I was fortunate enough that neither occured and I was able to get to safety. Upon investigating I discovered that this problem is not covered under any sort of manufacturers warranty and is the subject matter of many online discusion forums. It appears that this problem is all too common. I believe that it is in the interst of civic duty for the maunufacturer to be held responsible for the replacement of a part that is defective and could potentially pose a great traffic safety risk.
Mazda sedan6 purchased 05/2007- current mileage 2800- discovered oil leak at engine rear main seal. Service mgr offered to correct problem. Oil leak not noticeable-oil dropping on under engine shield and coagulating. Low mileage might indicate problem existed at time of manufacture. If so, replacement of vehicle is proper action on part of manufacturer/seller.