2014 Mazda Mazda2 Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2014 Mazda Mazda2.

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Complaints
15
Crashes
4
Fires
0
Injuries
1
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2014 Mazda Mazda2 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#13 complaints

Steering Defects

#23 complaints

Suspension Failures

Crash-related:1
#32 complaints

Body Structure

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2014 Mazda Mazda2.

Steering Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles

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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2014 Mazda Mazda2. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.

Recalls for 2014 Mazda Mazda2

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~578 vehicles.

16V203000Steering
~578 affected

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2016 CX-3 vehicles manufactured June 1, 2015, to December 2, 2015, 2013-2014 Mazda2 vehicles manufactured July 3, 2013, to August 8, 2014, 2014-2016 CX-5 vehicles manufactured January 19, 2013, to December 2, 2015, and 2013-2015 CX-9 vehicles manufactured December 6, 2012, to July 31, 2015. The lower mounting nuts and bolts that attach the front strut assembly to the steering knuckle may loosen, allowing the steering knuckle to separate.

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2014 Mazda Mazda2 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2014 Mazda Mazda2 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2014 Mazda Mazda2 has 15 NHTSA complaints, 4 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Steering Defects with 3 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2014 Mazda Mazda2?
Top reported problems: Steering Defects (3 complaints); Suspension Failures (3 complaints); Body Structure (2 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
How safe is the 2014 Mazda Mazda2?
NHTSA complaints for the 2014 Mazda Mazda2 include 4 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 1 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2014 Mazda Mazda2 have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 578 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2014 Mazda Mazda2?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Mazda Mazda2 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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