Three problems related to steering have been reported for the 2011 Mazda MAZDA2. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2011 Mazda MAZDA2 based on all problems reported for the 2011 MAZDA2.
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. " repair bill is $1,200. Looking online, multiple Mazda2 owners have reported the same problem. Dealer is currently repairing vehicle.
At low speed driving a clunking noise could be felt in the steering. On 11-20-2015 the local Mazda dealer diagnosis showed a failure in the electrical power steering unit and it had to be replaced at considerable expense. Dealer advised that no TSB was issued and since the warranty had expired it was my responsibility to pay for the repair. It seems to me that a failure in the electrical power assist unit is a serious, if not dangerous ,condition that should cause the NHTSA to order a recall of the 2011 Mazda 2 to make sure the vehicles are road worthy and safe. Ref: roger beasley Mazda, georgetown,TX invoice: 160299 dated 11-20-2015.
Turning the steering wheel at low speeds cause a bumping sound in steering, it can be felt. The steering rack has been replaced. The problem has not been fixed. The problem started at about 50000 miles and the car has 115000 miles.