Wheel Problems of Mazda MAZDA6 - part 2

Vehicle was leased in sept. 2013 and has incurred three flat tires, three bent rims and three broken bearings over the winter due to small potholes. Damage occurred over a period of two weeks. The problem of low-profile tires and potholes is well-documented, yet I was not informed when I purchased the vehicle - even though I live in NJ, which has many, many potholes during winter months. I never had an issue with my previous Mazda 6, which had regular, high-profile tires.

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For the second time in a year the air valve on one of the tire pressure sensors on our Mazda corroded and snapped off as I was putting air in the tire. I'm very grateful this happened while the car was in our driveway and not while my wife or daughter was driving the car.

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Tire pressure sensor failed while traveling down highway, when finally able to pull over tire was completely flat and ruined, valve stem fell apart in hand while trying to remove valve stem cap, this is the 3rd occurrence while owning this vehicle, very lucky this time that it was a back tire and not a front. Each time that I have complained to dealership, I am told that the tire shops that are replacing my tires don't know what they are doing of which I disagree. I have seen many forums regarding this issue with Mazda 3's and 6's, each time being told the tire shops don't know what they are doing. Mazda needs to step up and acknowledge a poor design, come up with a better one and recall these bad tire sensor valves before someone is seriously injured or killed.

When I went to go remove the valve stem cap to check the air pressure, the valve stem broke off with the valve cap revealing the valve core. The tire was deflated within seconds. Further inspection of the valve stem showed that it was corroded. The valve stem broke off exactly at the point where the cap was screwed to. The dealership did not cover the cost for repairs as my car is not under warranty anymore. The cost for repairs came from my pocket.

While driving at 55 mph, the low pressure warning light came on. I attempted to get to a safe place to check my tire but the tire went flat too quickly. I had to change the tire on the road. The tire pressure monitoring device had failed and fallen inside the tire resulting in a rapid pressure drop. Corrosion had caused the nut to break apart and fall off. Within 6 months the same thing happened on a different tire. Driving at 55 mph, the warning light came on and I immediately pulled over to watch my tire rapidly going flat - all within about 20 seconds. I changed my tire on a very busy highway. I was lucky that this did not happen on a multi-lane thruway. This is a very serious safety hazard - the mandated safety device is the cause of the hazard.

Mazda 6i 2008 has two tire sensors fail, which appear to be defective in nature due to how low the mileage is. The tire sensor for right front passenger tire and a tire sensor for rear right passenger tire have failed and there is not even 36,000 miles on the car. Was told this is not covered under warranty but this is a defective product that could result in an accident if the sensor fails while driving. There are many complaints on line regarding the Mazda 6, the tire sensors should be recalled and replaced by Mazda.

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Valve stem cracked then completely broke off under the plastic cap. The tire pressure warning light had been coming on 2-3 days prior to incident. Each morning when cold during first start up light would come on, after a few minutes of driving after vehicle warmed light would turn off. On way home from work traveling 70mph light came back on. Took the next exit and stopped at gas station to fill up tires, removed valve stem cap and installed air hose. Air hose could not fill up tire, air just came out of the side of stem, reinstalled valve cap. At that time we didn't know the stem was cracked so I drove the car very slowly approx 3 miles to my parents house so my dad could help. He tried to remove the valve cap, at this time the stem completely broke off at the threads and stayed with the cap. The stem internal parts sprang out so it was necessary to remove the tire and install the spare. We took the tire to nearest belle tire so they could replace the stem but since it was a dealer only part all they could was replace it with a standard rubber stem with no sensor. They mentioned it was a common problem they had seen before, to which I was very surprised. These sensors were created to combat low air pressure after the "tread act" and ironically are causing a low air pressure. The original cause of the pressure light was due to a slightly bent rim on the inside. This had a slow leak after belle tire replaced the stem. We took the tire to brighton Mazda the following day to replace the sensor, they too said they had seen cracked stems in the past. Please look into this and determine if this is a safety issue. I think its very ironic this is happening when the free rubber stems almost never fail and $70 sensors are breaking on a 3 year old car.

Both rear tire pressure sensors failed due to either over-tightening or corrosion. Both sensors snapped off right below the sensor stem cap causing both rear tires to deflate. On a newer car still under warranty, Mazda claims sensors are only covered until 36000 miles. And they're not cheap either ($80 each, not including installation. ).

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Mazda 6i hatchback developed severe pull to the right during regular city, even driving on a flat surface. A strong grip and considerable pull on the steering wheel was necessary to keep the car driving straight, and becomes exhausting to maintain on long drives. Vehicle was realigned at a tire shop and technicians noted front wheels were several degrees out of alignment. After 50 miles, the pull recurred and grew more severe. Regular realignments have not corrected the problem. Review of the wheels and associated components with an independent mechanic found premature wear due to realignment, and tires wear unevenly as a result. Mazda refuses to acknowledge this problem but research and simple google searches show the problem is endemic with the Mazda6.

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The contact owns a 2009 Mazda Mazda6. The contact stated that the passenger side rear tire valve stem was corroded and causing the tire to go flat. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who advised that there were no recalls on the tires or the valve stem. The failure was experienced twice. The dealer first repaired the vehicle at the dealers expense but denied assistance with repairing the vehicle a second time. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 26,000 and the current mileage was 37,000.

I understand that the car isn't under warranty anymore; however, how was I supposed to know that my rim would crack as I'm driving. Like I said a million times to so many people, I did not hit a curb, or a bump for the rim to crack. I have one rim issue and all the others are just fine. This is my rim story from the beginning to the end. . . In the week of August 15th-21st, 2010, the tire pressure warning light came on all of a sudden. I got nervous and I noticed my front-right tire was somewhat low. I went to pep boys to have air put into the tire. A few days later, the light appeared again and I went to another pep boys to have air put into the tire. The warning light disappeared after it was worked on. Then the warning light appeared again after a couple of days and I went back to pep boys to have the front-right tire checked again. The young man said to me, "miss, there is a crack inside of your front-right rim. " I made an appointment to another dealer who repairs rims and repair my rim. Everything was fine after the rim was repaired. Then I received a letter from Mazda corporation about recalls. I had those done and the dealer said, "I need to get my tires checked again. " I left the dealer and went to firestone and they repaired the cracked rim (2nd time). On January 11, 2014, my aunt and I returned from food shopping around 3pm. I parked the car at my aunt's house to unpack the food from the trunk. My aunt, cousin and I were getting some of the food out of the car, when all three of us heard air (whoooooosh) being blown out of a tire for about 20 seconds. We all stood still and looked to see which car the air was coming from. Then my cousin look at my car said, "[xxx], do you know you have a flat?" I just could not believe this was happening again! when I saw the tire flat as a pancake and the rim touching the ground, I was shocked and upset. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

2005 grand touring gets stuck in gear while driving. The vehicle became stuck in gear three time while driving on the freeway. The consumer took her foot off the accelerator yet the vehicle continued to move at 60 mph. The consumer pressed the brake pedal but the vehicle continued at 60 mph. The consumer put the car in manual 6 speed and the vehicle bucked then worked normally. As soon as the vehicle was put back into automatic mode the gears became stuck. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but they were unable to duplicate the problem. The consumer noticed condensation on the inside bottom of the windshield. The check engine light illuminated due to failed throttle body. The radio experienced problems. The left rear wheel was bent and caused vibration while driving.

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