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1987 Mazda 626 Deluxe Sedan

The 1987 Mazda 626 Deluxe Sedan is a 93-hp 2.0-liter inline-4 sedan with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $10,158 MSRP.

It makes 93 horsepower.

The 626 measures 177.0 inches long on a 98.8-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,456 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$10,158 ($29,061 *)
Engine
Engine Type2.0L SOHC 8-valve I4
Displacement2 L
Horsepower93 hp
ValvetrainSOHC, 2 valves per cylinder
Compression Ratio8.0:1
Injection TypeElectronic fuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission5-speed manual
Fuel Economy
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Dimensions & Weight
Length177 in
Width66 in
Height55 in
Wheelbase98.8 in
Curb Weight2,456 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front38 in
Headroom Rear37 in
Legroom Front41 in
Legroom Rear36 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 1987 Mazda 626. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Jun 14, 1990 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

IGNITION SWITCH TERMINAL MAY MALFUNCTION.

Consequence: THIS COULD RESULT IN FAILURE OF WINDSHIELD WIPERS,WINDSHIELD WASHER, ENGINE COOLING FAN, HEATER BLOWER, AND AIR CONDITIONINGCOMPRESSOR. FAILURE OF WINDSHIELD CLEARING DEVICES COULD CAUSE REDUCEDVISIBILITY, WHICH COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.

Remedy: REPLACE IGNITION SWITCHES.

NHTSA campaign 90V118000

30 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1987 Mazda 626

Owner Complaints

30 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1987 Mazda 626 (5 mention a crash, 3 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System14
Seat Belts7
Vehicle Speed Control3
Power Train2
Structure2
Hydraulic1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jul 15, 2005 · Electrical System
“DT: THE VEHICLE NEEDED A COMPLETE ELECTRICAL SWITCH ASSEMBLY. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START AND TURNING THE KEY DOESN'T HELP AT ALL. THERE IS NO SOUND OF THE ENGINE TURNING ON. THE OWNER IS UPSET…”
Nov 15, 1999 · Vehicle Speed Control Crash
“WHILE PARKING OR DRIVING VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND JUMPED FORWARD WHICH CAUSED TWO CRASHES. DEALER DISCONNECTED THE CRUISE CONTROL AND THE PROBLEM HAS NOT ARISEN. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER…”
Nov 9, 1999 · Electrical System
“NHTSA RECALL # 90V118000: VEHICLE EXPERIENCED IGNITION SWITCH MALFUNCTION. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK”
Jul 26, 1999 · Electrical System
“THE IGNITION SWITCH WAS OFF, BUT OTHERS WERE ON.CONSUMER CONTACTED DEALER. *AK”
Jul 20, 1999 · Electrical System
“WHEN STARTING CAR, IF THE IGNITION SWITCH WASN'T TURNED IN THE EXACT RIGHT POSITION, ELECTRICAL DEVICES WOULD PERFORM ERRATICALLY. DEALER REPLACED THE IGNITION SWITCH. *AK”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1987 MAZDA 626. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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