Three problems related to seats have been reported for the 2015 Mazda MAZDA3. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2015 Mazda MAZDA3 based on all problems reported for the 2015 MAZDA3.
Left side of driver's seat height adjustment lifter link is broken. Drivers's seat rocks on the left side during braking, acceleration, and when stationary. This is distracting to the driver and could cause an accident. It could also lead to a more catastrophic failure.
There is a sharp object in the rear of the drivers seat of this particular model/trim combination. It is directly below the layer of vinyl at the back of the seat. An accident where the person behind the driver was thrown into the drivers seat would result in this sharp protrusion to come trough the vinyl risking injury to that person.
Tl-the contact owns a 2015 Mazda3. The contact stated when he was at a rail road crossing in a stop position the vehicle was crashed from the rear by another vehicle. The driver seat was moved independently. The air bags did not deployed. The contact sustained injuries to the neck and back. The contact did no seek medical attention and was uncertain if the driver from the other vehicle sustained any injuries. A police report was filed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 550. Lb.