According to Consumer Reports, there have been about 7 Mazda recalls dating back to 1992 to the present. Most seem to just require having the dealer check out the car and replace a few parts. Here goes the info:
'01-03 Mazda models
Problem:
Over time, heat from fog lamps could cause bulb socket and wiring harness to drop inside and burn the bumper.
Models:
64,000 minivans and cars made 7/00 to 5/03, including ‘02-03 MPV, ‘01-03 Miata, and ‘03 Mazda6.
What to do:
Have dealer install a spring to prevent fog-light socket holder from separating from the lamp case.
'99-00 Mazda 626
Problem:
Brakes could partially fail.
Models:
71,000 cars made 2/99-1/00.
What to do:
Have dealer inspect reservoir-tank cap on brake master cylinder and replace it if necessary.
'99 Mazda Miata
Problem:
Fuel-injector harness could contact engine manifold and blow fuse, stalling engine.
Models:
8,000 cars made 11/97-3/98.
What to do:
Have dealer reroute and, if necessary, replace injector harness.
'98 Mazda 626
Problem:
Condensation could short-circuit audio system and cause fire.
Models:
73,000 cars made 8/97-8/98. Hazard exists when car is driven in hot, humid weather, with windows open and air conditioner running.
What to do:
Have dealer apply aluminum tape to audio system to keep out moisture.
'98 Mazda 626
Problem:
Spring in timing-belt tensioner could break and become jammed in belt, causing engine to stall.
Models:
31,000 cars with 2.0-liter engine made 8/97-8/98.
What to do:
Have dealer inspect and, if necessary, replace timing-belt tensioner.
'98 Mazda 626 Spring in timing-belt tensioner could break and become jammed in belt, causing engine to stall. Models: 31,000 cars with 2.0-liter engine made 8/97-8/98. What to do: Have dealer inspect and, if necessary, replace timing-belt tensioner.
'95-97 Mazda 626 and MX6
Problem:
Air bag could deploy unexpectedly and cause injury or loss of control.
Models:
213,000 cars made 6/94-9/96, including '95-97 626 and '95-96 MX6.
What to do:
Have dealer reprogram air-bag sensor to reduce likelihood of deployment if road debris hits undercarriage.
'92-95 Mazda MX3
Problem:
Road salt could corrode front suspension spring. If spring breaks, it could puncture tire.
Models:
25,000 cars made 8/91-8/94 and registered in Conn., Del., Ill., Ind., Iowa, Me., Md., Mass., Mich., Minn., N.H., N.J., N.Y., Ohio, Pa., R.I., Vt., Washington D.C., W. Va., and Wisc.
What to do:
Have dealer install guard assembly to keep broken suspension spring from contacting and puncturing tire.