Table 1 shows four common steering related problems of the 2011 Mazda MAZDA2. The number one most common problem is related to the steering rack and pinion (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering (three problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Steering Rack And Pinion problems | |
| Steering problems | |
| Steering Is Loose problems | |
| Steering Failed problems |
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. Read details...
Steering "clunks" when turning left or right, and metallic "clanks" are heard on driver's side under dash when going over bumps. Took car to local Mazda dealership, who diagnosed "bad steering gear" and stated "this car is unsafe to drive. Read details...
At low speeds steering has a clunking feel . Makes driver feel like steering is loose. Read details...