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Could be a fault with the display. The only way to find out is to have it checked, so I would recommend you take it to a Mazda dealer.

Is it happening in the same location every time, or does it happen anywhere? It could be being set off by some external source where it’s parked. Have a dealer check it for you.

Have you checked the clutch? It could be worn out at that sort of mileage. If that’s ok get the adjustment of the selector checked.

I doubt the airbag is on the same fuse as the cruise and horn, so it might be something else, but checking the fuses is a good starting point.

There’s no issue with the chain, they rarely break, but they can wear over time. If it does wear it usually becomes noisy, which in itself is not a problem. If it gets too bad the timing can be affected, and it’s best them to replace the chain.

It would be worth having a mechanic check it for you. It could simply need a tune up, new plugs, plug leads, clean of the throttle body, or idle adjustment.

You should have it checked to see if the rust has affected the structure of the car, as that would impact its roadworthiness and slash the resale value.

They’re not really interested in the specific model, just when it was built. If it was built in 2018 that’s what it will be registered as.

Switching the transmission and ECU clearly hasn’t fixed the problem, so look at sensors in the system, the wiring harness, and connections. I would suggest you take it to a Subaru dealer or an auto transmission and have them check it for you.

When buying a used car no matter the make or model the most important things are condition and service history. Buy the best car you can afford within your budget, one with a full and creditable service history. The Toyota Camry and Mazda6 are good reliable vehicles.