Mazda Mazda3: known issues clusters
All rows for this model in the Known Issues clusters dataset, newest model year first. Each year links to its consumer page, which shows the same records with context.
| rows | 90 |
|---|---|
| model years | 2007–2022 (14) |
| data through | 2026-09-20 |
| method | /data/methodology#known-issues |
| license | CC BY 4.0 (derived) |
Vehicle pages
2022 · 2021 · 2020 · 2019 · 2018 · 2017 · 2016 · 2015 · 2014 · 2013 · 2012 · 2011 · 2010 · 2007
Rows
| year | cluster_id | label | component_code | complaint_count | date_range | source_complaint_count | reviewed_at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | mazda3-2022-airbag-malfunction-warning | Airbag system malfunction warnings and non-deployment risk | AIR BAGS | 10 | 2022-04 → 2025-07 | 24 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2022 | mazda3-2022-battery-drain-no-start | Battery drain and no-start after short periods of inactivity | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 | 2023-11 → 2025-10 | 24 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2022 | mazda3-2022-cmu-display-failure | CMU infotainment display failure and backup camera inoperability | VISIBILITY/WIPER, BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 | 2026-08 → 2026-08 | 24 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2022 | mazda3-2022-tcu-network-malfunction | Transmission control unit and internal network communication faults | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 2 | 2025-12 → 2025-12 | 24 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2022 | mazda3-2022-forward-collision-unexpected-activation | Forward collision avoidance system unexpected activation | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 1 | 2024-08 → 2024-08 | 24 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2022 | mazda3-2022-powertrain-awd-transfer | Powertrain and AWD transfer unit failure at low mileage | POWER TRAIN | 2 | 2023-04 → 2023-05 | 24 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2022 | mazda3-2022-engine-oil-consumption-coolant | Engine oil consumption and coolant control valve issues | ENGINE | 2 | 2023-03 → 2024-03 | 24 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2021 | mazda3-2021-steering-intervention | Steering intervention without driver input | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 3 | 2022-01 → 2025-02 | 49 | 2026-07-26 |
| 2021 | mazda3-2021-rear-differential-failure | Rear differential housing failure | POWER TRAIN | 2 | 2025-05 → 2026-01 | 49 | 2026-07-26 |
| 2021 | mazda3-2021-engine-oil-consumption | Engine oil consumption | ENGINE | 14 | 2022-05 → 2024-09 | 49 | 2026-07-26 |
| 2021 | mazda3-2021-automatic-emergency-braking | Automatic emergency braking without obstacle | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 5 | 2021-04 → 2024-09 | 49 | 2026-07-26 |
| 2021 | mazda3-2021-airbag-malfunction-warning | Airbag system malfunction warning | AIR BAGS | 4 | 2021-12 → 2022-09 | 49 | 2026-07-26 |
| 2021 | mazda3-2021-stall-shutdown | Engine stall and shutdown while driving | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 | 2022-04 → 2024-11 | 49 | 2026-07-26 |
| 2021 | mazda3-2021-vehicle-fire | Vehicle fire | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 | 2021-03 → 2021-09 | 49 | 2026-07-26 |
| 2020 | mazda3-2020-unintended-automatic-braking | Unintended automatic emergency braking | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 14 | 2021-03 → 2023-09 | 31 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2020 | mazda3-2020-front-sensor-camera-malfunction | Forward sensing camera and radar sensor malfunction | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 2 | 2021-06 → 2024-06 | 31 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2020 | mazda3-2020-lane-keep-steering | Lane departure and steering assist intervention | STEERING, LANE DEPARTURE | 2 | 2020-09 → 2023-06 | 31 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2020 | mazda3-2020-rear-suspension-springs | Rear suspension spring and corrosion | SUSPENSION | 2 | 2025-11 → 2025-11 | 31 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2019 | mazda3-2019-acceleration-lag-hesitation | Acceleration lag or hesitation from a stop | POWER TRAIN | 5 | 2019-07 → 2020-09 | 74 | 2026-08-27 |
| 2019 | mazda3-2019-cylinder-head-oil-leak | Cracked cylinder head causing oil leak | ENGINE | 4 | 2023-11 → 2024-06 | 74 | 2026-08-27 |
| 2019 | mazda3-2019-fuel-pump-failure | High- and low-pressure fuel pump failure | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 4 | 2022-08 → 2024-02 | 74 | 2026-08-27 |
| 2019 | mazda3-2019-windshield-cracking | Windshield cracking from minor road debris impact | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 4 | 2020-01 → 2021-01 | 74 | 2026-08-27 |
| 2019 | mazda3-2019-seat-belt-retractor-failure | Seat belt fails to retract | SEAT BELTS | 3 | 2025-03 → 2026-08 | 74 | 2026-08-27 |
| 2019 | mazda3-2019-unintended-automatic-braking | Unintended automatic emergency braking activation | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 17 | 2019-06 → 2022-08 | 74 | 2026-08-27 |
| 2019 | mazda3-2019-stall-network-malfunction | Loss of motive power with network malfunction alert | POWER TRAIN | 8 | 2020-08 → 2024-11 | 74 | 2026-08-27 |
| 2019 | mazda3-2019-airbag-malfunction-warning | Spontaneous airbag system malfunction warning | AIR BAGS | 5 | 2019-05 → 2026-01 | 74 | 2026-08-27 |
| 2018 | mazda3-2018-rearview-camera-flicker | Rearview camera flicker and recall repair delay | BACK OVER PREVENTION | 25 | 2022-02 → 2025-01 | 107 | 2026-07-30 |
| 2018 | mazda3-2018-infotainment-ghost-touch | Infotainment ghost touch and screen cracking | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 21 | 2023-08 → 2026-02 | 107 | 2026-07-30 |
| 2018 | mazda3-2018-wiper-failure | Windshield wiper failure while driving | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 14 | 2018-09 → 2026-06 | 107 | 2026-07-30 |
| 2018 | mazda3-2018-sunroof-shattering | Sunroof glass shattering | STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 | 2018-05 → 2021-09 | 107 | 2026-07-30 |
| 2018 | mazda3-2018-fuel-pump-failure | Fuel pump failure with stalling and fuel leaks | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 8 | 2023-02 → 2026-01 | 107 | 2026-07-30 |
| 2018 | mazda3-2018-warning-light-cascade | Multiple warning lights with driver-assist faults | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LANE DEPARTURE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 6 | 2023-03 → 2025-11 | 107 | 2026-07-30 |
| 2017 | mazda3-2017-ghost-touch-infotainment | Touchscreen ghost-touch and infotainment malfunctions | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 26 | 2022-10 → 2025-07 | 83 | 2026-08-27 |
| 2017 | mazda3-2017-rearview-camera-recall | Rearview camera failure under back-over-prevention recall | BACK OVER PREVENTION | 16 | 2020-09 → 2025-03 | 83 | 2026-08-27 |
| 2017 | mazda3-2017-wiper-recall-delay | Windshield wiper recall repair delays | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 3 | 2019-05 → 2020-08 | 83 | 2026-08-27 |
| 2017 | mazda3-2017-brake-system-defects | Brake system defects and premature wear | SERVICE BRAKES | 5 | 2018-02 → 2022-01 | 83 | 2026-08-27 |
| 2017 | mazda3-2017-engine-stall-power-loss | Engine stalling and loss of power while driving | ENGINE | 4 | 2020-01 → 2024-04 | 83 | 2026-08-27 |
| 2016 | mazda3-2016-backup-camera-recall | Rearview camera failure under back-over-prevention recall | BACK OVER PREVENTION | 12 | 2023-10 → 2024-11 | 102 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2016 | mazda3-2016-infotainment-reboot | Infotainment system freeze, reboot, and ghost touch | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 16 | 2019-07 → 2026-01 | 102 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2016 | mazda3-2016-parking-brake-recall | Parking brake caliper corrosion under recall | PARKING BRAKE | 14 | 2017-08 → 2025-01 | 102 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2016 | mazda3-2016-fuel-tank-corrosion | Fuel tank corrosion causing gasoline odor | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 4 | 2020-10 → 2024-09 | 102 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2016 | mazda3-2016-seat-cushion-separation | Seat cushion separation from seat frame | SEATS | 3 | 2016-05 → 2019-11 | 102 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2015 | mazda3-2015-rearview-camera-recall | Rearview camera failure under Back Over Prevention recall | BACK OVER PREVENTION | 12 | 2023-09 → 2026-04 | 129 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2015 | mazda3-2015-infotainment-ghost-touch | Infotainment ghost touch and reboot loop | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 21 | 2015-05 → 2025-08 | 129 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2015 | mazda3-2015-parking-brake-caliper-stick | Rear parking brake caliper sticking | SERVICE BRAKES | 25 | 2016-05 → 2026-01 | 129 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2015 | mazda3-2015-transmission-failure | Automatic transmission failure | POWER TRAIN | 3 | 2017-11 → 2025-03 | 129 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2015 | mazda3-2015-sunroof-shattering | Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering | STRUCTURE | 8 | 2017-03 → 2021-04 | 129 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2015 | mazda3-2015-fuel-tank-leak | Fuel tank leak and fuel odor after fill-up | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 9 | 2015-10 → 2026-03 | 129 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2015 | mazda3-2015-airbag-non-deployment | Airbag non-deployment in collision | AIR BAGS | 3 | 2014-10 → 2021-09 | 129 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2014 | mazda3-2014-fuel-tank-leak | Fuel tank leak and gasoline odor | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 20 | 2015-05 → 2026-06 | 138 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2014 | mazda3-2014-backup-camera-failure | Rearview camera failure and recall part delay | BACK OVER PREVENTION | 16 | 2023-08 → 2026-03 | 138 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2014 | mazda3-2014-rear-caliper-seizure | Rear brake caliper seizure and corrosion | SERVICE BRAKES | 8 | 2017-09 → 2019-09 | 138 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2014 | mazda3-2014-infotainment-screen-crack | Infotainment screen cracking and system glitches | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 15 | 2014-05 → 2025-03 | 138 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2014 | mazda3-2014-transaxle-failure | Transaxle and transmission failure | POWER TRAIN | 5 | 2014-11 → 2022-04 | 138 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2014 | mazda3-2014-parking-brake-failure | Parking brake failure to engage | PARKING BRAKE | 13 | 2014-06 → 2026-07 | 138 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2014 | mazda3-2014-sudden-acceleration | Sudden unintended acceleration | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 7 | 2014-07 → 2017-08 | 138 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2013 | mazda3-2013-headlight-flicker-braking | Headlight flicker or pulse while braking | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 34 | 2014-12 → 2024-02 | 117 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2013 | mazda3-2013-driver-seat-frame-weld-failure | Driver seat frame weld failure and wobble | SEATS | 7 | 2017-03 → 2021-05 | 117 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2013 | mazda3-2013-recall-16v644000-parts-unavailable | Recall 16V644000 structure repair parts unavailable | STRUCTURE | 6 | 2017-02 → 2023-08 | 117 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2013 | mazda3-2013-power-steering-assist-loss | Electric power steering assist loss | STEERING | 4 | 2014-06 → 2019-09 | 117 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2013 | mazda3-2013-brake-pedal-pressure-loss | Brake pedal loses pressure | SERVICE BRAKES | 3 | 2014-04 → 2025-05 | 117 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2013 | mazda3-2013-tcm-shifting-malfunction | Transmission control module and shifting malfunction | POWER TRAIN | 14 | 2013-09 → 2023-11 | 117 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2012 | mazda3-2012-headlight-flicker-braking | Headlight flicker and dimming when braking | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 22 | 2015-08 → 2025-02 | 226 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2012 | mazda3-2012-seat-lifter-rocking | Driver seat lifter breakage and rocking | SEATS | 14 | 2014-02 → 2025-05 | 226 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2012 | mazda3-2012-soft-brake-pedal-abs | Soft brake pedal traced to ABS module | SERVICE BRAKES | 8 | 2017-12 → 2025-06 | 226 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2012 | mazda3-2012-fuel-tank-leak | Fuel tank leak after refueling | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 7 | 2018-12 → 2025-09 | 226 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2012 | mazda3-2012-dashboard-warp-gap | Dashboard warping and gap at instrument panel | STRUCTURE | 19 | 2014-02 → 2025-12 | 226 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2012 | mazda3-2012-power-train-shift-stall | Transmission stalling and erratic gear shifting | POWER TRAIN | 28 | 2013-10 → 2024-06 | 226 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2012 | mazda3-2012-power-steering-failure | Intermittent power steering loss | STEERING | 9 | 2014-02 → 2021-10 | 226 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2011 | mazda3-2011-seat-lifter-failure | Driver seat lifter link and track failure | SEATS | 15 | 2012-09 → 2026-07 | 132 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2011 | mazda3-2011-dashboard-separation | Dashboard and instrument panel separation | STRUCTURE | 19 | 2014-08 → 2025-09 | 132 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2011 | mazda3-2011-headlight-moisture | Headlight assembly moisture intrusion | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 6 | 2016-04 → 2021-09 | 132 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2011 | mazda3-2011-power-steering-loss | Power steering assist loss while driving | STEERING | 10 | 2011-09 → 2022-09 | 132 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2011 | mazda3-2011-clutch-failure | Clutch failure in manual transmission | POWER TRAIN | 10 | 2011-03 → 2022-12 | 132 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2011 | mazda3-2011-tcm-limp-mode | Transmission control module failure causing limp mode | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 5 | 2020-02 → 2025-11 | 132 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2011 | mazda3-2011-airbag-non-deployment-crash | Airbag failure to deploy during crash impact | AIR BAGS | 7 | 2014-01 → 2026-01 | 132 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2011 | mazda3-2011-airbag-warning-light | Passenger airbag warning light and occupant sensor fault | AIR BAGS | 15 | 2011-05 → 2021-01 | 132 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2010 | mazda3-2010-seat-lifter-link-failure | Driver seat lifter link/frame failure | SEATS | 13 | 2017-07 → 2025-02 | 686 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2010 | mazda3-2010-transmission-control-module-shift | Transmission control module failure affecting shifting | POWER TRAIN | 17 | 2017-08 → 2026-04 | 686 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2010 | mazda3-2010-dashboard-melting-glare | Dashboard surface melting and causing windshield glare | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 56 | 2017-08 → 2024-05 | 686 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2010 | mazda3-2010-abs-brake-warning-failure | ABS module fault triggering brake warning lights | SERVICE BRAKES | 25 | 2017-08 → 2025-08 | 686 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2010 | mazda3-2010-airbag-warning-and-deployment | Airbag warning light illumination and unexpected deployment | AIR BAGS | 19 | 2017-08 → 2024-03 | 686 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2010 | mazda3-2010-power-steering-loss | Intermittent power steering loss while driving | STEERING | 7 | 2018-07 → 2025-04 | 686 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2007 | mazda3-2007-transmission-harsh-shift | Transmission harsh shifting or gear slip | POWER TRAIN | 13 | 2009-09 → 2019-09 | 222 | 2026-09-16 |
| 2007 | mazda3-2007-tire-wear-tread-sep | Inside-edge tire wear and tread separation | TIRES | 10 | 2009-07 → 2018-06 | 222 | 2026-09-16 |
| 2007 | mazda3-2007-power-steering-failure | Power steering loss or seizure | STEERING | 87 | 2009-04 → 2026-01 | 222 | 2026-09-16 |
| 2007 | mazda3-2007-airbag-nondeployment | Airbag non-deployment or warning light | AIR BAGS | 29 | 2009-04 → 2022-11 | 222 | 2026-09-16 |
| 2007 | mazda3-2007-engine-mount-failure | Engine or transmission mount failure | ENGINE | 13 | 2010-01 → 2021-12 | 222 | 2026-09-16 |
| 2007 | mazda3-2007-brake-rotor-abs-issue | Warped brake rotors and ABS pedal feel | SERVICE BRAKES | 12 | 2008-11 → 2021-08 | 222 | 2026-09-16 |
| 2007 | mazda3-2007-brake-light-melting | Brake light housing melting | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 11 | 2012-05 → 2021-10 | 222 | 2026-09-16 |
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Wrench.Pro (2026). Known Issues clusters — Mazda Mazda3 [dataset]. https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda/mazda3
@misc{wrenchpro_known_issues_mazda_mazda3_2026,
author = {Wrench.Pro},
title = {Wrench.Pro Known Issues clusters: Mazda Mazda3},
year = {2026},
howpublished = {\url{https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda/mazda3}},
note = {Derived from NHTSA public records. CC BY 4.0.}
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