Common Problems, Issues, Recalls, and Reliability

Ticking Noise From Valve Lash Adjusters Due to Infrequent Oil Changes

A loud ticking noise (hydraulic valve lifter noise) may be heard from the top of the engine, particularly when the engine is still cold. The noise may occur more frequently on higher mileage vehicles; Hydraulic valve lash adjusters may need to be replaced to correct this issue. Following the maintenance schedule for oil changes will also help prevent a recurrence of the noise.

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Mazda 6 2014 Mazda 6 Reliability
2014 MAZDA 6, 2.5L, 4 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC
related to general, used-car-advice

Hello, I'm looking to buy a used car this spring. My # 1 choice is the 2014 Mazda 6 iSport. My 2nd choice is a used 2013 Honda Accord Sport. A mechanic told me that although Mazda and Ford have ..
Mazda 6 Passenger Side Turn Signals (front And Back) Not...
2014 MAZDA 6, AUTOMATIC, 93, 000 MILES
related to exterior-light, turn-signal, not-working

Everything else on the car is working fine. We replaced both of the bulbs and that didn't fix the issue. We checked the fuses and there doesn't appear to be a blown fuse. Our mechanic friend said it..
Mazda 6 Side Indicator Problems
2014 MAZDA 6, 4 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 50, 000 MILES
related to exterior-light, turn-signal

My driver's side front side indicator light will not turn on with the headlights. However it lights up normally when it is flashing as a turn signal. @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: n..
Mazda 6 Battery Warning Message
2014 MAZDA 6, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 85, 000 MILES
related to warning-lights, battery-light

I have the car listed above with the tech package. I had left it set for a month or two, went to start, battery was dead. Jumped it and charged the battery, has been starting since. The "bat..