Service bulletins for the 2016 Mazda Mazda6
A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.
670 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| 09018173351 | 2017-09-27. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. Some customers may complain that the ambient temperature display is not accurate, or it takes too long for the display to show actual temperature. When you encounter a customer with this concern, first verify the condition when the customer noticed this symptom. If the condition is similar to the following "CONTROL LOGIC OF AMBIENT TEMPERATURE" or "DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY AND OTHERS", advise the customer that this is a normal characteristic of the vehicle and not a malfunction. If the condition does not meet the following and the sensor malfunction is suspected, make sure to inspect the sensor according to MGSSonline or Workshop Manual (section 09-22 AMBIENT TEMPERATURE SENSOR INSPECTION). Replace the sensor only when it fails the Workshop Manual inspection. |
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| 09017173346 | 2017-09-27. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. All Mazda Connect vehicles in new car inventory must be updated to this software version listed below in this TSB as part of the New Car Ready Step 3 process. Make sure the new vehicle specialist receives a copy of this bulletin. Some vehicles may experience the symptoms mentioned below, which can be fixed with the latest software update (Version 59.00.502or later). NOTE: For CX-9 with version earlier than 59.00.441, the tachometer function has been removed from the Active Driving Display as part of Mazda?s continuing efforts to improve safety and reduce driver distraction. Please explain this to the customer before updating the software. |
| 15003173284 | 2017-09-27. Service bulletin. EXTERIOR LIGHTING:FOG LIGHTS; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. ? After installing the new Forward Sensing Camera (FSC), frequency of the disabled function with the LDWS/HBC warning lights ON due to foggy FSC lens will be reduced. However, the warning message will be displayed on the Multi-Information Display (MID) or the center display when FSC lens is foggy. ? The foggy FSC lens may occur at some weather conditions and is not caused by a defect of the parts. When the warning message is displayed, drive the vehicle for 10 minutes or more with the defroster ON to defogthe FSC lens. |
| 04001173303 | 2017-09-27. Service bulletin. PARKING BRAKE. Some vehicles may exhibit a squeak type noise from the rear brakes when driving at approximately 6-12mph (10-20km/h) with or without light braking. The noise usually occurs when driving immediately after the parking brake is released. The noise may be caused by poor bake pad adhesive tape contact. |
| SSPA5 | 2017-09-14. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR. Mazda Motor Corporation has decided to conduct a Special Service Program (SSP) on certain 2014-2016 Mazda6 vehicles produced from October 25, 2012 through January 30, 2015. On the subject vehicles, the metal part of the front and rear door sash molding(s) may be exposed and could harm vehicle occupants upon contact. Dealers are to inspect the door sash on all vehicle doors and repair as instructed in this SSP. If the protector is damaged, replace the door sash with new, improved parts. This repair must be performed at no charge to the vehicle owner. |
| MT-010-17 | 2017-08-25. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. Some customers may claim that it is impossible or difficult to view the Active Driving Display, even if the position of the display is adjusted through the Settings screen. This is caused by an incorrectly learned zero-point (closed position) of the Active Driving Display. The main reason this happens is because an object (e.g. gloves, paper, etc. ) was placed in the storage area where the mirror and optical receiver are housed. If an object is detected (i.e., jammed) when the Active Driving Display closes after switching the ignition OFF, the system determines this as abnormal and stops the closing operation, leaving the Active Driving Display in an open position. When the engine is started the next time, correction of the zero-point is automatically performed. If the object is still in the storage area during the correction, the system learns the incorrect position as the zero-point. As a result, the zero-point position largely deviates from the standard position; therefore, it becomes impossible to view the Active Driving Display from the normal view position. |
| SA-046-17 | 2017-08-25. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. An update to the MAZDA CONNECT system is now available for download from the Mazda Global Service Support (MGSS) system. The new version number is 59.00.502. Please refer to TSB 09-017/17 for a list of improvements to the system. |
| MT-015-17 | 2017-08-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Some customers may complain about the following MAZDA CONNECT Temperature Warning message: Display is too Hot. Screen performance may be decreased until it cools. The warning message displays when the MAZDA CONNECT screen temperature is above 176 degrees Fahrenheit (80 degrees Celsius). |
| MT-014-17 | 2017-08-10. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Whenever you are reprogramming a PCM or any other module, always use the GR8 Battery Charger in the Power Supply mode to prevent the battery from discharging. |
| SA-063-17 | 2017-08-10. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. Some customers may complain about the "wrong" phone is connected to the infotainment system. MAZDA CONNECT bluetooth will connect all profiles to devices in order of priority if the last device is not available. This concern may be a normal operation of the CMU connecting to available devices on start up. |
| SA-061-17 | 2017-08-10. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. In an effort to achieve a higher level of Customer Experience and retain the value of Mazda's vehicles, MNAO Warranty Operations is© 2017 Mazda North American Operations, U.S.A. allowing all Mazda dealers to utilize a third party, SPECMO Enterprises, Inc., for Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) odometer setting service. With the use of SPECMO's services, a Mazda dealer can get the odometer setting updated to reflect the correct mileage at the time of replacement for both warranty and customer pay repairs, therefore resulting in a higher level of customer satisfaction. Since odometer setting service is not part of the warranty repair, it is not warrantable nor required, but optional. However, Mazda Warranty policy provides after- warranty assistance (AWA) or DSA that can be utilized to cover this service expense. |
| SA-058-17 | 2017-08-10. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD. CAUTION: DO NOT attempt any repair of the windshield damaged by stone chipping/cracks at the area in front of the Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) and Laser Sensor. Replace the windshield with a new one instead. |
| SA-057-17 | 2017-08-10. Service bulletin. EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS. High Beam Control (HBC) system frequently asked questions (FAQ) |
| SA-056-17 | 2017-08-10. Service bulletin. FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL. Mazda Radar Criose Control (MRCC) system frequently asked questions (FAQ) |
| SA-055-17 | 2017-08-10. Service bulletin. LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION. Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system frequently asked questions (FAQ) |
| SA-053-17 | 2017-08-10. Service bulletin. LANE DEPARTURE. Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) frequently asked questions (FAQ) |
| SA-052-17 | 2017-08-10. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES. Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) frequently asked questions (FAQ) |
| SA-048-17 | 2017-08-10. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. In order to do a CMU data retrieval for the new MAZDA CONNECT software, make sure to use version 31 (available on MGSS). |
| 09-008-17-3324 | 2017-08-10. Service bulletin. EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS. Take caution when cleaning plastic headlight lenses. Damage can occur when using some cleaners that contain strong acid, alkaline cleanser or organic solvent. Damage caused by using these cleaners is not covered by Mazda's New Vehicle Limited Warranty term. |
| 02-002-17-3281a | 2017-08-10. Service bulletin. WHEELS. Some vehicles may exhibit an aluminum alloy type wheel(s) having one of the following paint damage conditions shown in the sample photos below.The damage extends to the front surface of the aluminum wheel partly or entirely. |
| 04-001-17-3303a | 2017-08-10. Service bulletin. PARKING BRAKE; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. Some vehicles may exhibit a squeak type noise from the rear brakes when driving at approximately 6-12mph (10-20km/h) with or without light braking. The noise usually occurs when driving immediately after the parking brake is released. The noise may be caused by poor bake pad adhesive tape contact. |
| 01-005-17-3305 | 2017-08-10. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Some vehicles may exhibit oil residue on the engine front cover from seepage around the joint portion (A) between the cylinder block and head. It becomes very noticable with dust adhesion. In some cases, the area of oil residue extends down to around the joint portion (B) between the engine front cover and the oil pan. |
| 02-003-17-3300a | 2017-08-10. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER; SUSPENSION; SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM. Some vehicles may exhibit a knocking / squeaking noise from the front shock absorber when driving on rough roads and/or when turning the steering wheel while the vehicle is stopped. The noise may be due to: *upper front strut bearing (A) damage. (CX-5 and Mazda6) *squeak type noise between the front strut bearing and coil spring. (CX-3, CX-5 and Mazda6) *the bump stopper (C) may be contacting the strut bearing when the front shock absorber is compressed, causing a popping noise. (Mazda6 only) *The front lower arm bushing (D) is making a creak type noise in wet road conditions. (CX-5, Mazda6 and CX-9). |
| 01-002-17-3299a | 2017-08-10. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM. When the engine is started for the first time after parking the vehicle overnight in cold conditions (below 32 degrees Fahrenheit / 0 degrees Celsius), some vehicles may exhibit a rough idle and/or the check engine light on with any of the following DTC(s) stored in memory.?P0300 - Random misfire detected ?P0301 - Cylinder No.1 misfire detected ?P0302 - Cylinder No.2 misfire detected ?P0303 - Cylinder No.3 misfire detected ?P0304 - Cylinder No.4 misfire detected This may be caused by frozen water accumulated in the main silencer, restricting exhaust flow. |
| 08-002-17-3312 | 2017-08-10. Service bulletin. AIR BAGS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. When monitoring the resistance of the air bag modules and pre-tensioner seat belts, the Mazda Modular Diagnostic System (M-MDS) may display a value of only 1/100th of the actual resistance value. This is caused by improper SAS control unit software. To eliminate this from occurring in the future, the SAS control unit software has been modified. |
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