Body problems of the 2007 Mazda MAZDA3

Engine mount bolt failed while driving on a city street causing the engine and transmission to drop onto axel. Vehicle could not be driven until front axel was replaced and the engine mount bolt was replaced.

Tl- the contact owns a 2007 Mazda 3. The contact stated that the rear drivers side tire went flat, the contact changed the tire to a spare tire and indicated that the jack was defective. The contact stated that upon changing the tire the metal frame fractured as well as the rocker panel with no warning. A tire repair shop replaced the tire. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided no remedy. The approximate failure mileage was not available. Dyd.

I was notified by the Mazda dealership that an integral hydraulic engine mount was cracking and needed replacement. I was just past my car's warranty so I drove on it since they said it was safe. On November 8th 2013 during a service I was told the integral mount was about to break and needed immediate replacement. They said if the mount had broken while driving it could cause an accident, not to mention destroy the motor. I had them replace it but had to pay out of pocket since it was past warranty and not a recall. I researched online and found numerous complaints from other owners of the same series car and within adjacent years of the same motor mount cracking and needing replacement under 50,000 miles. Some complained about having to replace the replacement later after putting some more mileage on it. This is an obviously inherently defective part that should be recalled. Please look into this and force Mazda to recall this defect as it is a danger to public safety if one were to break while driving. Thank you so much for your time and service.

On Feb 13, 09 I had the engine mount on my Mazda 3 hatchback replaced because it was leaking. Today I was informed by the Mazda technician that the same engine mount was leaking again and need to be replaced. His comment was that the engine was too heavy and speed vibration causes the mount to fail.

I have a complaint that could be very dangerous to others. I know to check my blind spot, but even when you turn to look over your shoulder (either way), the back panel between the back glass and the door is in the way. I have at least 3 times now, almost switched lanes into another vehicle because it wasn't visible. I looked in the side and rearview mirrors, as well, but I never saw the other vehicle. A friend of mine, as well as other 3 owners, also has the same problem with their Mazda 3.