I bought a new Mazda 6 in 2005. During the second year of ownership I have had 5 issues while under warrant (all non-related) and now my warranty is up. Now that my warranty is up, I have had two more troubles with the car. My troubles have included: the throttle body sensor needing to be replaced (twice), a bad bose radio (replaced), air conditioning went out, middle council power went out, the battery is shot, and now I need new tires. Is it normal to have this many issues with a mazda 6, especially while it was still under warranty? I am stuck between a rock and hard place becasue I can't afford to trade it for a new car due to what I owe. All I do is spend my time at the dealership for repairs and give them more money now that the warranty is up. Is there anything I can do? The dealership just tells me this is normal and wants to sell me a new car I can't afford. Someone...please help! And BTW...don't buy a Mazda 6 unless you have a lot of time, patience and money!
2007-10-16 15:02:28 · 18 answers · asked by guymadcool 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ Mazda
The battery is about three years old. It is a bit early but not totally out of line for it to need to be replaced! The tires are a wear item, and depending on the mileage on the vehicle, again there is nothing abnormal about them needing to be replaced.
You can most likely get a battery replaced at a shop or parts store and it will be cheaper than having it done at the dealership. Shop around for some new tires and you can save some money there too!
It does not sound like you have major problems! Keep the car and pay your balance down!
2007-10-16 15:32:46 · answer #1 · answered by fire4511 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I work at a Mazda dealership and most of the time we will help a customer out with an on going problem. I have seen some Mazda 6's coming in with the throttle body sensor going bad, but it was because it was sucking in water through the intake because of an aftermarket cold air intake. The Amp is located under the front seat on the BOSE unit. Did that get wet at any time to make it short out? Mazda's have the fewest problems of any car out 2002 and newer. Shocking yes, but it's true.
2007-10-17 03:57:34 · answer #2 · answered by Jon G 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
While I feel very badly for you you have had several issues while under your warranty period, I have to ask why you did not deal with it then? Now you are out of luck.
Dont listen to these people about lemon laws, they obviously have no idea what they entail. Look them up yourself and see.
Tires and battery are maintenance, you cant count those, and after blowing through your warranty in 2 years (or less) what did you put this car through? Do you have some insane commute or what?? Thats alot of miles... and I have a heavy commute, you're more than i am..
I dont meant to be rude, this is alot of repairs.. but WHY OH WHY didnt you trade it in on another before your warranty was done? You'd get more money for it in trade... dealer might have been more willing to work with you. I know it sucks, but it happens.. they upheld their end, they fixed it for you, the ball is in your court now.
Try another dealer to trade it in. Lemon laws do not apply in your case. Sounds like you had bad luck.. I know many with 6's that have few to no complaints about theirs.. some with as many miles as you.
2007-10-16 19:41:28 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
Honestly if you have had the car for 2 years, the lemon laws probably no longer apply. I think you are pretty much stuck with the car now. You should have fought it during the 1st year you owned it.
2007-10-16 15:42:10 · answer #4 · answered by Baseball C 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Not sure which country you are located in, but its likely that you are going to pay a premium if you continue to get your car serviced by the authorized agent. Try approaching another car workshop to see if they can get things done for you at a cheaper rate.
I own a Ford SUV but the authorize agent does not meet my service requirements and yet charges sky high service charge. I opted to go to a small but very reliable car workshop to get items fixed and its cheaper too.
2007-10-17 16:06:50 · answer #5 · answered by ticktag 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes it is normal because it is a Mazda. I say that because walking on the junkyard I can see lots of good looking Mazdas, year 2000 and newer... Solution: Fix it, sell it to someone that doesnt read yahoo answers, take the lose and get a Honda or Toyota!
2007-10-16 15:08:31 · answer #6 · answered by odacrem69 3 · 0⤊ 3⤋
I don't think that any car would have been able to handle your way of driving.
If the Mazda dealership spent that much effort and time trying to please you, I hope that you buy something that you deserve like a Chevrolet next time.
If I was the owner of the dealership that sold you that car I would buy it back just to get you out of my store.
2007-10-16 16:12:24 · answer #7 · answered by teamepler@verizon.net 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
You have owned the car too long for lemon laws to be applicable. Sorry.
2007-10-16 15:58:25 · answer #8 · answered by ishouldbeworking! 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Your best option is to either sell the car or trade it for another one that is used. Mazda is notorious for issues like the ones you describe.
2007-10-16 15:06:21 · answer #9 · answered by wildmick21 5 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Look up the lemon law in your state... You could be covered since you bought from a dealer. But be ready for court dates
2007-10-16 15:06:36 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 3⤋