One problem related to steering column has been reported for the 2004 Mazda MAZDA3. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2004 Mazda MAZDA3 based on all problems reported for the 2004 MAZDA3.
The consumer had a concern that the plastic cover that goes around the steering column would come loose while driving a 2004 Mazda 3, when this occurred it interfered with the braking when needed. The condition almost caused a vehicle crash. After making a left turn the consumer needed to slow down found brake pedal hindered by loose cover on stering column. The lower control arm was bent.