1992 Mazda 929 problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
One of the years to avoid
With 44 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 2.1 times the median 929 year — the 1992 model ranks #1 of 10 929 years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.
No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across seats (7), brakes (6), and engine (6), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.
44
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations
6
Crash-involved
2
Fires reported
3
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 1992 compare to other 929 years?
What are the most common 1992 Mazda 929 problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seats | 7 | 16% | ▲ up |
| Engine | 6 | 14% | — flat |
| Brakes | 6 | 14% | ▼ down |
| Electrical System | 5 | 11% | ▲ up |
| Speed Control | 4 | 9% | ▲ up |
| Transmission | 3 | 7% | — flat |
| Visibility & Wipers | 2 | 5% | new |
| Other | 2 | 5% | ▲ up |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 5% | ▲ up |
| Body & Structure | 2 | 5% | ▼ down |
| Tires & Wheels | 2 | 5% | new |
| Airbags | 2 | 5% | new |
| Lighting | 1 | 2% | new |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT TRACK CAME OFF TRACK. THE SEAT CAME LOOSE FROM THE FRAME. DEALER WILL REPAIR IF THE WELD IS BROKEN. *AK”
“AUTO-TRAN: CONTINUED FORWARD MOVEMENT AFTER APPLICATION OF BRAKES AT LOW SPEED; ENGINE ACCELERATED; JERKED FORWARD; REARENDED PARKED VEHICLE; NO WARNING. TT”
“CAR WILL RUN FOR ABOUT 20 MINUTES BEFORE IT STARTS TO OVERHEAT, TEMPERATURE GAUGE GOES UP. ONLY WAY TO STOP OVER HEATING IS TO TURN ON THE HEAT. CONSUMER STATES THIS IS SECOND TIME PROBLEM HAS OCCURRED. *AK”
“DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE STALLED COMPLETELY WITHOUT WARNING AT AN INTERSECTION WHILE TRAVELING 10 MPH ON 07/15/06. THE VEHICLE ENGINE STARTED UP AFTER 4 ATTEMPTS AND PREVIOUSLY STALLED ON 9 OTHER OCCASIONS. ALL INCIDENTS OCCURRED DURING DECELERATION. ON 08/14/06, THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO…”
“THE CONSUMER STATED THE ENGINE ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING, AND JUMPED A CONCRETE BARRIER AND CRASHED INTO A BUILDING. UPON IMPACT, THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. MAZDA DENIED ANY LIABILITY. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK *CB *JB *SCC *JB”
1992 Mazda 929 — common questions
Is the 1992 Mazda 929 reliable?
NHTSA data argues against it: 44 complaints put the 1992 model at #1 of 10 929 years. It is one of the 929 years to avoid.
What are the most common 1992 929 problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are seats (7 complaints), brakes (6 complaints), engine (6 complaints).
Does the 1992 Mazda 929 have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1992 Mazda 929.
Which Mazda 929 years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the 929 years to avoid are 1992, 1988, 1989. The cleanest record among 929 years belongs to 1987.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.