1985 Mazda 626
JMZGC143201519081
Vehicle record for the 1985 Mazda 626 (VIN JMZGC143201519081). Gray, hatchback, diesel. Registered in Cherkasy. No NHTSA recall campaigns on record for this model year. Free specifications, registration region and recall data.
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At a glance
Vehicle identity & specifications
MPG & running costs
U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 1985 Mazda 626.
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 3 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages. Actual mileage varies with trim and driving conditions.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 1985 Mazda 626 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Safety recall campaigns None on record
NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 1985 Mazda 626.
Note: recall data comes from the U.S. NHTSA and covers the US-market version of this model. A car registered in Ukraine may have different campaigns — check with the manufacturer's local importer.
These are NHTSA recall campaigns for this model year, last checked 8 Oct 2026. They don't show whether this particular car has had the repair done — check this VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on all 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1985 Mazda 626, here are the most-reported problem areas — and what to check before you buy.
💥 1 involved a crash 🚑 5 reported injuries
🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
🔍 Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
🔍 Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
🔍 Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
🔍 Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 6
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 1985 Mazda 626.
POWER TRAIN
TRANSMISSION LOCKED WHILE DRIVING AT 70MPH POSSIBLY DUE TO FAULTY COMPUTER WHICH COULD THROW VEHICLE INTO 2 GEARS AT ONECE. *AK THE MECHANIC NOTICED THAT THERE WAS A DEFECT IN THE PLANETARY HEAD INSIDE THE TRANSMISSION WHICH CAUSED THE FAILURE AND LOCKING OF TRANSMISSION. *YH
NHTSA ODI #887091AIR BAGS
CONSUMER WAS DRIVING AT 55 MPH MADE A SUDDEN STOP BECAUSE ANOTHER VEHICLE CAME IN FRONT , HIT VEHICLE HEAD-ON, AND DUAL AIR BAGS DIDNT DEPLOY. MOTOR WAS PUSHED INTO DASHBOARD, CAUSING BRUISES AND CUT IN LIPS AND IN JAW AREA. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
Crash · 1 injured · NHTSA ODI #887094SUSPENSION
RIGHT SIDE CONTROL ARM BROKE INTO 2 PIECES AND CAUSED ACCIDENT. (INSURANCE ADJUSTER FOR CLIENT)
4 injured · NHTSA ODI #515683FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL RIGHT OR LEFT THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATES. *AK CONSUMER STATED THE PROBLEM WAS WITH THE CARBURETOR. *SLC
NHTSA ODI #805787ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
VEHICLE WILL STALL INTERMITTENTLY WITH NO IDENTIFYING CAUSE. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT
NHTSA ODI #969501SEAT BELTS
THE REAR DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE WILL NOT COME LOOSE . TT
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Frequently asked questions
Can I find out who owns this vehicle from the VIN?
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Are there safety recalls on the 1985 Mazda 626?
NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 1985 Mazda 626 model year. That covers the model year, not this individual car: to see whether a specific vehicle still needs a recall repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.
What fuel economy does the 1985 Mazda 626 get?
The 1985 Mazda 626 has U.S. EPA estimates of 23–33 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (3 versions).
Recall data checked 8 Oct 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.