Recalls by ModelMazda MAZDA3 recalls and problems by year
Since 2000 the Mazda MAZDA3 has 29 recall campaigns and 2,994 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The model years with the most complaints are 2010, 2008, 2012.
29recalls
2,994complaints
1do-not-drive / park-outside recalls
Complaints by model year
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by model year. Darker bars: the three years with the most complaints. Click a bar to open that year.
Recalls by model year
Most reported problem areas, all years
Every model year
Does your car have an open recall?
Recalls apply to specific vehicles. Only a VIN lookup on NHTSA's official site shows whether yours is affected and still unrepaired.
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Questions
What is the worst year for the Mazda MAZDA3?
By owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2010 (686), 2008 (303), 2012 (226) model years have the most. More vehicles sold also means more complaints, so compare neighbouring years too.