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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 1YVHP81A195M12698 · Checked Sep 13, 2026
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1YVHP81A195•••••• 2009 Mazda MAZDA6

This build is quieter than most: 2 complaints against 5 for the average 2009 Mazda MAZDA6 build.

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340on the model
65builds in total
Most reported Steering 1 Engine 1

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Engine Oct 2018
The contact owns a 2009 mazda 6. While driving 20 mph, the contact heard an abnormal noise coming the engine compartment and the steering wheel became difficult to turn without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the engine…
Steering Sep 2018
Steering became difficult. We thought it needed an alignment nut 2 days later the steering became difficult. This was driving on a residential street at approximately 30 mph. We took the car to a repair shop to discover the sub frame has rusted into two. $1700 minimum to repair…

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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1YVHP81A195M12698 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.