Mazda Mazda3 recalls and problems
29 recalls and 2,995 owner complaints for 22 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
29
Complaints
2,995
Crashes reported
219
Fires reported
31
Choose a model year
Mazda Mazda3 by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Mazda3 | 1 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 Mazda3 | 3 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2023 Mazda3 | 0 | 12 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 Mazda3 | 0 | 24 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2021 Mazda3 | 1 | 56 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 Mazda3 | 2 | 32 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 Mazda3 | 6 | 74 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 Mazda3 | 4 | 110 | 6 | 0 | 5 | 1 |
| 2017 Mazda3 | 2 | 84 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 Mazda3 | 6 | 104 | 7 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
| 2015 Mazda3 | 4 | 130 | 8 | 2 | 9 | 0 |
| 2014 Mazda3 | 4 | 138 | 10 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
| 2013 Mazda3 | 1 | 117 | 7 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
| 2012 Mazda3 | 1 | 226 | 9 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
| 2011 Mazda3 | 2 | 132 | 12 | 2 | 13 | 0 |
| 2010 Mazda3 | 3 | 686 | 18 | 5 | 13 | 0 |
| 2009 Mazda3 | 3 | 115 | 11 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
| 2008 Mazda3 | 2 | 303 | 29 | 1 | 20 | 0 |
| 2007 Mazda3 | 2 | 222 | 28 | 3 | 28 | 0 |
| 2006 Mazda3 | 1 | 166 | 21 | 3 | 15 | 0 |
| 2005 Mazda3 | 2 | 97 | 16 | 3 | 11 | 0 |
| 2004 Mazda3 | 2 | 145 | 18 | 2 | 14 | 0 |
Most reported Mazda Mazda3 problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 385 | |
| Electrical System | 369 | |
| Unknown or Other | 365 | |
| Structure | 273 | |
| Air Bags | 267 | |
| Power Train | 254 | |
| Engine | 184 | |
| Service Brakes | 167 | |
| Tires | 163 | |
| Seats | 162 |
All Mazda Mazda3 recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25V-357 | May 29, 2025 | 2024–2025 | Air Bags | Mazda North American Operations is recalling certain 2024-2025 Mazda3 and CX30 vehicles. |
| 24V-649 | Sep 3, 2024 | 2024 | Lane Departure, Forward Collision Avoidance, Exterior Lighting | Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 Mazda 3, CX-30, and 2025 CX-50 vehicles. |
| 23V-718 | Oct 26, 2023 | 2024 | Forward Collision Avoidance, Lane Departure, Back Over Prevention | Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 CX-90 and MAZDA3 vehicles. |
| 23V-487 | Jul 14, 2023 | 2014–2018 | Back Over Prevention | Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Mazda3 and 2016-2021 CX-3 vehicles. |
| 21V-875 | Nov 12, 2021 | 2018 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 Mazda3, Mazda6, 2019 CX-3, 2018-2019 MX-5, CX-5, CX-9, and 2019-2020 Mazda2 vehicles. |
| 21V-494 | Jul 1, 2021 | 2004–2007 | Air Bags | Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2004-2007 Mazda3 vehicles. |
| 21V-101 | Feb 22, 2021 | 2021 | Tires | Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2021 Mazda3 and CX-30 vehicles. |
| 20V-346 | Jun 12, 2020 | 2020 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2020 CX-30 and Mazda3 vehicles. |
| 19V-907 | Dec 19, 2019 | 2019–2020 | Forward Collision Avoidance | Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mazda3 vehicles. |
| 19V-558 | Jul 29, 2019 | 2019 | Visibility | Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019 Mazda3 vehicles equipped with manual dimming mirrors. |
| 19V-514 | Jul 5, 2019 | 2019 | Seats | Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019 Mazda3 vehicles. |
| 19V-497 | Jun 27, 2019 | 2019 | Engine, Power Train | Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018-2019 CX-5, Mazda6, and 2019 Mazda3 vehicles. |
| 19V-425 | Jun 7, 2019 | 2019 | Wheels | Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019 Mazda3 vehicles. |
| 19V-363 | May 14, 2019 | 2019 | Electrical System, Seat Belts | Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019 Mazda3 vehicles. |
| 19V-272 | Apr 4, 2019 | 2016–2018 | Visibility | Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Mazda3 vehicles. |
| 17V-745 | Nov 21, 2017 | 2018 | Engine and Engine Cooling | Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 Mazda3 vehicles, equipped with an incorrect exhaust valve spring. |
| 17V-393 | Jun 22, 2017 | 2014–2016 | Parking Brake | Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Mazda6 and 2014-2016 Mazda3 vehicles. |
| 17V-082 | Feb 9, 2017 | 2010–2011 | Seats | Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2011 Mazda2 and 2010-2011 Mazda3 and Mazdaspeed3 vehicles equipped with a manual seat lifter. |
| 16V-685 | Sep 23, 2016 | 2016 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2016 Mazda3 vehicles manufactured September 24, 2015, to October 16, 2015. |
| 16V-684 | Sep 22, 2016 | 2014–2016 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Mazda Motors North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Mazda3 vehicles manufactured January 4, 2014, to September 18, 2015. |
| 16V-644 | Sep 6, 2016 | 2010–2013 | Structure | Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Mazda3 and Mazdaspeed3 vehicles manufactured November 18, 2008, to June 8, 2013, 2012-2015 Mazda5 vehicles manufactured October 26, 2010… |
| 15V-621 | Oct 2, 2015 | 2015–2016 | Do not driveFuel System, Gasoline | Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Mazda3 vehicles manufactured May 21, 2015, to August 25, 2015. |
| 14V-173 | Apr 3, 2014 | 2014 | Electrical System | Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2014 Mazda3 vehicles manufactured June 12, 2013, through December 18, 2013, and model year 2014-2015 Mazda6 vehicles manufactured May 20, 2013… |
| 11V-329 | Jun 15, 2011 | 2008–2009 | Visibility | Mazda is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 mazda3 and mazdaspeed3 vehicles manufactured from january 7, 2008, through november 28, 2008. |
| 10V-374 | Aug 12, 2010 | 2007–2009 | Steering | Mazda is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 mazda3 and mazda5 vehicles manufactured from april 2, 2007 through november 30, 2008. |
| 09V-187 | May 29, 2009 | 2009 | Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | Mazda is recalling 7,100 my 2009 mazda3 vehicles equipped with dynamic stability control for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. |
| 09V-126 | Apr 16, 2009 | 2010 | Electrical System | Mazda is recalling 25,400 my 2010 mazda3 vehicles. |
| 04V-559 | Nov 22, 2004 | 2005 | Air Bags | On two passenger vehicles, a crack in the solder connection attaching the acceleration sensor in the sas unit made contact with the base plate, damaging the solder connection. |
| 04V-468 | Sep 24, 2004 | 2004 | Air Bags | On certain passenger vehicles, a crack in the air bag crash zone sensor housing can allow water to enter the sensor, causing a short circuit and illuminating the air bag warning light. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Mazda Mazda3?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2010 Mazda Mazda3 has the most reports (686). Check the 2010 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Mazda Mazda3 have?
NHTSA lists 29 safety recalls covering Mazda Mazda3 model years 2004–2021, 2024–2025.
What are the most common Mazda Mazda3 problems?
Owners report steering, electrical system, unknown or other problems most often.