2011 Mazda Mazda2 recalls and problems

The 2011 Mazda Mazda2 has 1 safety recall and 17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Mazda dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2011 Mazda Mazda2 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2011 Mazda Mazda2 recalls

Recall 17V-082: Seats

Reported Feb 9, 2017 · 173,859 vehicles affected · Mazda North American Operations

Problem: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2011 Mazda2 and 2010-2011 Mazda3 and Mazdaspeed3 vehicles equipped with a manual seat lifter. In the affected vehicles, the seat height adjustment lifter links may break or detach from the seat frame and the seat angle may incline causing the driver to not be able to maintain an appropriate driving position.

Risk: If the driver cannot maintain an appropriate driving position, there is an increased risk of a crash.

Fix: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat lifter links and install a reinforcement bracket to the lifter links, or replace the entire seat adjuster unit, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 0917B.

2011 Mazda Mazda2 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Steering	8
Seats	4
Tires	1
Vehicle Speed Control	1
Air Bags	1
Seat Belts	1
Unknown or Other	1
Visibility	1

Most reported parts

Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 50,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2011 Mazda Mazda2 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Seats · reported Sep 12, 2026

The 2011 Mazda2 has an active recall (recall campaign 0917B) which does not include my vin number. However, the lifter link push nuts on my vehicle failed, resulting in the entire left side of the driver seat becoming detached. Mazda Dealership 51743 (Lucki Mazda in Woodbridge, VA) inspected and diagnosed as the same issue in the 0917B recall campaign. Severity of the breakage is such that the recommendation is to replace the entire seat bracket.

Visibility · at 150,000 miles · reported Jul 2, 2021

The contact owns a 2011 Mazda Mazda2. The contact stated while driving at 70 mph, the glass sunroof spontaneously exploded and shattered causing the glass to enter the vehicle. The contact stated that no object hit or caused the sunroof to shatter. The contact pulled the vehicle over to the side of the road to clean up the class that was in the vehicle and then continued driving to the residence. The vehicle was diagnosed but not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage 150,000. Consumer stated sunroof was an aftermarket installation.

Steering · at 64,000 miles · reported Dec 5, 2020

We had our rack and pinion steering replaced at the mazda dealer on november 20, 2018 due to clonking in the steering rack. My son is reporting that the clonking and steering is much worse when sitting still and turning the steering wheel and when making right and left hand turns while driving. He also said that the car doesn't want to steer straight on the freeway. I replaced the front pads and rotors and front struts in 2018 as well. I inspected the struts and brakes and suspension today and found them to be in excellent condition. I find that the rack and pinion is defective.

Seats · at 107,500 miles · reported Jul 28, 2020

The driver seat shifts from the base, on occasion it has slid forward. The car was in motion when this took place but I was able to push back and it went back into place. There could be bolts that have been loosened.

Seats · at 53,916 miles · reported Feb 7, 2019

The contact owns a 2011 mazda 2. While making a u-turn, the front driver's seat disconnected and caused the driver to fall towards the front passenger seat. The driver was not injured and there was no warning indicator illuminated. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 53,916.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2011 Mazda Mazda2 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2011 Mazda Mazda2: 17V-082 (seats). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2011 Mazda Mazda2?

Owners report steering problems most often (8 reports), followed by seats (4). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 50,000 miles.

Are Mazda recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mazda dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.