Mazda 6: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 13,398 Mazda 6 cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 2002 and 2025.
In a sample of 398 cars, 55% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, about as often as average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is tyre pressure incorrect (13.8% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 27 recalls for this model; 4.7% of registered cars still have an open recall.
2.1% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Free: APK expiry, insurance, open recall and odometer verdict. The full report adds every APK inspection with its defects.
Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 13.8% |
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 10.1% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 10.1% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 9% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 8.8% |
| Stub axle (kingpin) has too much play | 7.8% |
| Tyre damaged | 5.8% |
| Brake disc badly corroded | 4% |
| Spring broken or cracked | 3.3% |
| Position light not working (properly) | 2.3% |
Share of 398 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 14.6% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 7.3% |
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 3.3% |
| Shock absorber leaking | 0.3% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 13,398 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 4.7% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 2.1% |
| Used as a taxi | 0% |
| First registered | 2002 to 2025 |
All Mazda 6 passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-13 | towbar and trailer coupling | – | 1,246 |
| 2021-12-30 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 1,697 |
| 2021-11-29 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 67 |
| 2021-11-18 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | – |
| 2019-08-08 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 939 |
| 2019-07-01 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 4,568 |
| 2018-12-20 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 5,434 |
| 2018-11-05 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 2,207 |
| 2018-11-05 | other | serious | 1,161 |
| 2018-11-05 | other | serious | 46 |
| 2018-08-29 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 8,996 |
| 2018-08-29 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 982 |
| 2018-08-28 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 800 |
| 2018-07-05 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 5,378 |
| 2018-07-05 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 275 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Mazda 6 fail the APK?
In a sample of 398 cars first registered 2012–2021, 55% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Mazda 6?
The most common APK defects are: tyre pressure incorrect (13.8%), number plate light not working (properly) / missing (10.1%), tyre tread depth insufficient (10.1%).
Does the Mazda 6 have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 27 recalls. 4.7% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
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Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.