Four problems related to steering have 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 lock release lever on the steering wheel get loose while the vehicle is in motion and does not locked in place. This can cause an accident and serious injuries. There should be a recall to get this repair.
2004 Mazda 3 has frequent loss of power steering. While in motion power steering suddenly stops working. Turning off car for several minutes then restarting seems to clear problem. Incident occurs every 3 - 4 days.
The contact owns a 2004 Mazda3. The contact stated that while traveling approximately 45 mph and making a turn, the steering wheel seized and the contact lost control of the vehicle. As a result, the contact crashed into a curb, a tree, and the vehicle rolled over. The airbags did not deploy. A police report was filed. The driver sustained minor injuries and the front passenger sustained major injuries that required medical attention. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 04v468000 (air bags). The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.
2004 Mazda 3 hatchback power steering lockup, hard to steer while driving. Started happening in 2009.