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1995 Mazda 626

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1995 626.

Body PASSENGER CAR

The 1995 Mazda 626 is a passenger car that, within the model’s 1990–2003 run, stands out as the year with the highest owner complaint volume at 518, with the Power Train identified as the top problem area and four recalls on record. This places the 1995 model year at the peak of reported issues in the 626’s reliability history, contrasting sharply with the 2003 model year’s low of just nine complaints. For researchers, this concentration of complaints and recalls marks the 1995 626 as a critical data point for studying powertrain-related failures and recall effectiveness in mid-1990s Mazda sedans.

Model year2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 1994

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length	184.6 in
Overall width	68.9 in
Overall height	55.1 in
Wheelbase	102.8 in
Curb weight	2606 lb
Track (front / rear)	59.1 / 59.1 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)	63/37

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the 626 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

7.3–8.3 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 7.30 sec — 1993 ES Sedan

Year	Trim / engine	0–60	¼ mile	HP	Drivetrain
1996	ES Sedan 2.5L V6	7.70 sec	16.00 sec	164 hp	FWD
1993	ES Sedan 2.5L V6	7.30 sec	15.80 sec	164 hp	FWD
1993	ES Sedan 2.5L V6	8.30 sec	16.40 sec	164 hp	FWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Lubricants & capacities

Engine Coolant	ETHYLENE GLYCOL
Power Steering Fluid	DEXRON VI OR MERCON V

Ignition

Spark Plug Manufacturer	Denso
Spark Plug Gap	0.039-0.043 in
Spark Plug Torque	11-17 ft-lbs
Spark Plug Gap	0.049-0.053 in
Spark Plug Torque	11.0 ft-lbs
Spark Plug Gap	0.052-0.055 in
Spark Plug Torque	11.0 ft-lbs

Service checks

Pressure Test	13 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief	13 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature	180 °F

Brakes

Brake Application	WITH REAR DISC
Torque Caliper to Bracket	25-29 ft-lbs / 33-36 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle	42 ft-lbs / 66 ft-lbs
Brake Application	WITH REAR DISC
Rotor Runout Limit	0.0039 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From	0.394 in / 0.945 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To	0.394 in / 0.945 in
Rotor Minimum Machining	0.354 in / 0.897 in

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 7,500 mi.

Every 5,000 mi	Accessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level) · Exterior Lighting (inspect) · Power Steering System (inspect)
Every 7,500 mi	Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 15,000 mi	Body Fasteners (torque) · Engine Coolant System (leak inspection) · Frame Fasteners (torque) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 30,000 mi	Air Conditioning System (inspect) · Axle Shaft Oil Seal (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Exhaust System Heat Shield (inspect)
Every 60,000 mi	Fuel Filter (replace) · PCV Hose (inspect) · Timing Belt (replace)
At 90,000 mi	Timing Belt (inspect)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 1995 model year sits at the apex of the generation’s federal complaint curve, with 518 complaints representing a sharp escalation from 301 in 1994 and exceeding the 375 logged in 1996. Recalls held steady at four—matching 1994—while investigations doubled from two to four, tying 1996 for the generation’s highest investigation count and confirming 1995 as the peak of the complaint arc. Power Train complaints dominate the 1995 record at 312 filings, though the data does not specify the exact root cause, alongside 68 Air Bag complaints, 51 crash-related complaints, and 8 fire complaints. Because this year registers the highest total complaint volume, ties for the most investigations, and concentrates more than half its grievances in Power Train, it represents the riskiest point in the generation’s lifecycle and is therefore not the strongest candidate for a used purchase.

Open recalls

NHTSA campaigns

Service bulletins

Manufacturer communications

ODI investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

518

Owner complaints

51 involved a crash · 8 a fire

NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars

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Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

’90 ’91 ’92 ’93 ’94’95’96 ’97 ’98 ’99 ’00 ’01 ’02 ’03

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 518 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Power Train312

Air Bags68

Engine & Engine Cooling14

Electrical System13

Service Brakes, Hydraulic11

Seats8

Engine & Engine Cooling,Power Train7

Fuel System, Gasoline7

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 4 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

15V674000Electrical System:Ignition:SwitchReported 19/10/2015

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 1989-1998 MPV, 1990-1995 323, 1990-1998 Protege, 1992-1993 MX-3, 1993-1995 929, 1993-1997 MX-6, and 1993-1998 626 vehicles. In the affected… Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. The recall began on December 17, 2015. Owners may contact Mazda Customer Experience Center…

05E065000Fuel System, GasolineReported 05/10/2005

CERTAIN SPX FILTRAN FUEL FILTERS WITH A 45-DEGREE ANGLE INLET TUBE, MODEL 800F350-S1, SOLD AS REPLACEMENT FILTERS FOR 1993-1997 FORD PROBE,1993-2001 MAZDA 626 AND MX-6, AND 1983-1994 LOYAL, 3-DOOR COUPE, HATCHBACK… Remedy: SPX WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND PROVIDE A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN SEPTEMBER 27, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MR. CHRIS GREESON AT 704-869-3733 OR CONTACT THE WIX INFORMATION…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 45 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

Bulletin	Date	Component	Summary
MT-002-22	2022-02-24	Electrical System	Radio Unlocking Codes.
00-003-19-3583	2019-03-20	Engine And Engine Cooling	In support of the new MRT distribution, Mazda will ship to dealers a new Dual Purpose…
09-009-19-3566	2019-01-14	Electrical System	In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing…
09-034-18-3430a	2018-10-10	Vehicle Speed Control	In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing…
RF-18-03	2018-09-11	Engine And Engine Cooling	EXHAUST PIPE GASKET OPEN END: There has been some concern with the open end of hoop…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420

Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1

P0300

Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected

P0171

System too lean — Bank 1

P0455

Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak

P0128

Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature

P0442

Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Reference guides

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Frequently asked

Does the 1995 626 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.