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1991 Mazda 929 S Sedan

The 1991 Mazda 929 S Sedan is a 158-hp 3.0-liter V6 sedan with a 4-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $25,299 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.

It makes 158 horsepower and 170 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).

The 929 measures 193.0 inches long on a 106.6-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,272 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$25,299 ($60,368 *)
Engine
Engine Type3.0L SOHC 18-valve V6
Displacement3 L
Horsepower158 hp
Torque170 lb-ft
ValvetrainSOHC, 3 valves per cylinder
Injection TypeElectronic fuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRWD
Transmission
Transmission4-speed automatic
Fuel Economy
City16 MPG
Highway22 MPG
Combined18 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular
Dimensions & Weight
Length193 in
Width66 in
Height54 in
Wheelbase106.6 in
Curb Weight3,272 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front38 in
Headroom Rear38 in
Legroom Front43 in
Legroom Rear36 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Similar cars

Rivals to the 1991 Mazda 929 S Sedan with similar size, power and price from around the same years.

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 1991 Mazda 929. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

May 24, 1995 · SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE IMPROPERLY.

Consequence: THE SAFETY BELTS WOULD NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION TO AN OCCUPANT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AND CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. THEY SHOULD ENSURE THAT BOTH BUCKLES ARE OPERATING PROPERLY BY INSERTING EACH LATCH PLATE INTO ITS BUCKLE, TUGGING ON THE BELT TO MAKE SURE THE LATCH IS SECURELY LOCKED, AND THEN PRESSING THE RELEASE BUTTON. THE LATCH PLATE SHOULD POP OUT OF THE BUCKLE WHEN THE BUTTON IS PRESSED. IF EITHER RELEASE BUTTON SHOWS A SIGN OF BREAKING OR CRACKING OR IF EITHER BUCKLE FAILS TO OPERATE PROPERLY, OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CONTACT THEIR AUTHORIZED DEALER TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE THE BUCKLE REPLACED OR REPAIRED, FREE OF CHARGE. THE MANUFACTURER IS DEVELOPING A REMEDY DESIGNED TO PREVENT FAILURE OF THE BUTTONS THAT ARE NOT CURRENTLY BROKEN.

NHTSA campaign 95V103005

18 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1991 Mazda 929

Owner Complaints

18 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1991 Mazda 929 (1 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Hydraulic9
Service Brakes9
Engine And Engine Cooling3
Power Train3
Electrical System1
Fuel System1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Dec 21, 2006 · Fuel System, Gasoline
“SMELL FUEL IN THE TRUNK AND INSIDE OF VEHICLE...SEARCHED INTERNET FORUM AND FOUND A LOT OF PEOPLE HAVING SIMILAR PROBLEMS ON SAME MODEL OF VEHICLE...*JB”
Apr 13, 2002 · Engine And Engine Cooling, Power Train, Vehicle Speed Control
“IT DONT WANT TO PARK I HAVE TO RECHEECK IT ,I AM LOSING COLLANT FROM SOMEPLACE I DONT KNOW WHERE. I DIDNT KNOW ALL THE PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR UNTILL I WAS TRING TO FIND OUT ABOUT WHAT WAS WRONG WITH…”
Feb 12, 2001 · Seat Belts
“MOTORIZED SEATBELT ON DRIVER'S SIDE STOPPED WORKING. *AK”
May 29, 1998 · Engine And Engine Cooling
“WHILE DRIVING AT A NORMAL SPEED OF 55-60MPH ON DRY PAVEMENT THE RIGHT ENGINE HEAD CRACKED. IT IS UNUSUAL FOR THE ENGINE HEAD TO FAIL. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER CANNOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM.*AK”
Aug 8, 1997 · Electrical System Fire
“WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE DEFECTIVE IGNITION WIRING CAUSED THE GAS TO BUILDED UP IN CATAYLIC CONVERTER, WHICH CAUSED A FIRE IN THE MIDDLE BOTTOM OF THE VEHICLE. *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 1991 MAZDA 929. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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