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  Safety Recalls of Mazda MAZDA3 Vehicles

There have been 23 safety recalls for the Mazda MAZDA3. The most recent recalls are shown below. Table 1 and Table 2 show the historical recalls and the recall statistics by the model year of the Mazda MAZDA3.

NHTSA Recall #: 23V718000; Oct. 26, 2023

a camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Recalled Vehicles: 2024 Mazda CX-90, 2024 Mazda MAZDA3
Component: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Recall Summary: mazda north american operations (mazda) is recalling certain 2024 cx-90 and mazda3 vehicles. due to a software error, the rearview, front, and/or side camera images may not appear on the display. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 23V487000; Jul. 14, 2023

a rearview camera that does not display properly can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Recalled Vehicles: 2016 Mazda CX-3, 2017 Mazda CX-3, 2018 Mazda CX-3, 2019 Mazda CX-3, 2020 Mazda CX-3, 2021 Mazda CX-3, 2014 Mazda MAZDA3, 2015 Mazda MAZDA3, 2016 Mazda MAZDA3, 2017 Mazda MAZDA3, 2018 Mazda MAZDA3
Component: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Recall Summary: mazda north american operations (mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2018 mazda3 and 2016-2021 cx-3 vehicles. the rearview camera image may not display properly by showing a flickering or distorted image.... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 21V875000; Nov. 12, 2021

fuel pump failure may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recalled Vehicles: 2019 Mazda CX-3, 2018 Mazda CX-5, 2019 Mazda CX-5, 2018 Mazda CX-9, 2019 Mazda CX-9, 2019 Mazda MAZDA2, 2020 Mazda MAZDA2, 2018 Mazda MAZDA3, 2018 Mazda MAZDA6, 2018 Mazda MX-5, 2019 Mazda MX-5
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Recall Summary: mazda north american operations (mazda) is recalling certain 2018 mazda3, mazda6, 2019 cx-3, 2018-2019 mx-5, cx-5, cx-9, and 2019-2020 mazda2 vehicles. the impeller inside the low-pressure fuel pump may crack and deform, potentially causing the fuel pump to fail. ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 21V494000; Jul. 1, 2021

plastic fragments can hit occupants during air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury.

Recalled Vehicles: 2004 Mazda MAZDA3, 2005 Mazda MAZDA3, 2006 Mazda MAZDA3, 2007 Mazda MAZDA3
Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Recall Summary: mazda north american operations (mazda) is recalling certain 2004-2007 mazda3 vehicles. during air bag deployment, the plastic emblem on the steering wheel air bag module cover may shatter, and project plastic fragments into the vehicle.... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 21V101000; Feb. 22, 2021

a sudden air leak from the tire air valve may cause a loss of vehicle control while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recalled Vehicles: 2021 Mazda CX-30, 2021 Mazda MAZDA3
Component: TIRES:VALVE
Recall Summary: mazda north american operations (mazda) is recalling certain 2021 mazda3 and cx-30 vehicles. air may suddenly leak from the tire air valve.... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 20V346000; Jun. 12, 2020

loose brake calipers can reduce braking performance or interfere with wheel rotation, affecting vehicle handling. either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

Recalled Vehicles: 2020 Mazda CX-30, 2020 Mazda MAZDA3
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
Recall Summary: mazda north american operations (mazda) is recalling certain 2020 cx-30 and mazda3 vehicles. the front brake caliper mounting bolts may not have been tightened properly during assembly, possibly allowing the calipers to loosen.... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 19V907000; Dec. 19, 2019

stopping the vehicle unexpectedly increases the risk of a crash.

Recalled Vehicles: 2019 Mazda MAZDA3, 2020 Mazda MAZDA3
Component: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Recall Summary: mazda north american operations (mazda) is recalling certain 2019-2020 mazda3 vehicles. the smart brake system (sbs) can falsely detect an obstacle while driving, activating the automatic emergency braking system and suddenly stopping the vehicle.... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 19V558000; Jul. 29, 2019

rearward visibility will be reduced without the rearview mirror, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recalled Vehicles: 2019 Mazda MAZDA3
Component: VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
Recall Summary: mazda north american operations (mazda) is recalling certain 2019 mazda3 vehicles equipped with manual dimming mirrors. the adhesive between the interior rearview mirror and the housing may not be properly bonded, allowing the mirror to detach from the housing.... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 19V272000; Apr. 4, 2019

reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of crash.

Recalled Vehicles: 2016 Mazda MAZDA3, 2017 Mazda MAZDA3, 2018 Mazda MAZDA3
Component: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Recall Summary: mazda north american operations (mazda) is recalling certain 2016-2018 mazda3 vehicles. a defective windshield wiper relay may cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative, reducing the driver's visibility. ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 17V745000; Nov. 21, 2017

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Recalled Vehicles: 2018 Mazda MAZDA3
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Recall Summary: Mazda north american operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 mazda3 vehicles, equipped with an incorrect exhaust valve spring. The incorrect exhaust valve spring may fail while driving, potentially causing an engine stall. ... Details of this recall 🔎

Table 1. Historical Recalls of Mazda MAZDA3 Vehicles

Date Component Vehicle Affected
Oct. 26, 2023   Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera 11,903
Jul. 14, 2023   Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera 227,335
Nov. 12, 2021   Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump 121,038
Jul. 1, 2021   Air Bags:frontal 260,915
Feb. 22, 2021   Tires:valve 599
Jun. 12, 2020   Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper 24,037
Dec. 19, 2019   Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking 35,390
Jul. 29, 2019   Visibility:glass, Side/rear 22,571
Apr. 4, 2019   Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer 187,798
Nov. 21, 2017   Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System 144
Jun. 22, 2017   Parking Brake 227,814
Feb. 9, 2017   Seats 173,859
Sep. 23, 2016   Fuel System, Gasoline:storage 3,849
Sep. 22, 2016   Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly 17,484
Sep. 6, 2016   Structure:body:hatchback/liftgate 580,455
Oct. 2, 2015   Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly 14,411
Apr. 3, 2014   Electrical System:alternator/generator/regulator 5,700
Jun. 15, 2011   Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:motor 103,300
Aug. 12, 2010   Steering:electric Power Assist System 215,000
May. 29, 2009   Electronic Stability Control 7,100
Apr. 16, 2009   Electrical System 25,400
Nov. 22, 2004   Air Bags:frontal:sensor/control Module 2
Sep. 24, 2004   Air Bags:frontal:sensor/control Module 42,000


Table 2. Recall Statistics of Mazda MAZDA3 Model Years

Model# Recalls
2024 Mazda MAZDA3 1
2021 Mazda MAZDA3 1
2020 Mazda MAZDA3 2
2019 Mazda MAZDA3 2
2018 Mazda MAZDA3 4
2017 Mazda MAZDA3 2
2016 Mazda MAZDA3 6
2015 Mazda MAZDA3 4
2014 Mazda MAZDA3 4
2013 Mazda MAZDA3 1
2012 Mazda MAZDA3 1
2011 Mazda MAZDA3 2
2010 Mazda MAZDA3 3
2009 Mazda MAZDA3 3
2008 Mazda MAZDA3 2
2007 Mazda MAZDA3 2
2006 Mazda MAZDA3 1
2005 Mazda MAZDA3 2
2004 Mazda MAZDA3 2