Two problems related to power train have been reported for the 2005 Mazda MAZDA3. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2005 Mazda MAZDA3 based on all problems reported for the 2005 MAZDA3.
Engine failed entirely during routine highway driving, vehicle lost forward propulsion, eventually coming to complete stop on the road. There were zero warning or any notice at all that the engine was dying. I was stranded on the side of the road for over 1 hour, while help arrived.
Vehicle will not start unless key is on put into neutral then starts. Sometimes green p light does not light up.
| Power Train problems | |
| Transmission Solenoid problems | |
| Constant Velocity Joint problems |