Structure Related Problems of the 2008 Mazda MAZDA3

Table 1 shows three common structure related problems of the 2008 Mazda MAZDA3. The number one most common problem is related to the structure (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the body (three problems).

Table 1. Structure related problems of Mazda MAZDA3

Problem Category Number of Problems
Structure problems
3
Body problems
3
Frame And Members problems
1

Recently reported Structure problems of the 2008 Mazda MAZDA3

The Structure problem

This is not directly related to the power steering pump recall issue. The recall work has been performed on this vehicle by the dealer. I am writing to complain about a bigger issue regarding "design negligence" by Mazda as it relates to the placement of the power steering pump on this   Read details...

The Body problem

Car accident going around 60mph on a highway, hit guardrail head on due to black ice and rain, spinning twice hitting guardrails again front and back multiple times, not a single airbag deployed. Thank goodness for the seatbelt as I'm sure death would have occurred if that failed too.   Read details...

The Frame And Members problem

No accident - - the camber setting on the rear wheels of the Mazda 3 causes excessive tire wear on the inside of the tire. Mazda dealers act like they are unaware and blame poor tire rotation. It is difficult to detect as the outside of the tire looks fine, but the inside of the tire where the   Read details...


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