Worst 2007 Mazda Mazda3 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Steering Defects
Airbags
Engine Problems
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2007 Mazda Mazda3.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering Defects | 88 | 9 | — | 111,550 mi | |
| Airbags | 28 | 9 | — | 84,410 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 22 | — | 1 | 93,186 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 18 | — | 1 | 88,166 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 12 | — | — | 92,522 mi | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 10 | — | 1 | 78,212 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 9 | 1 | — | 61,332 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 8 | 2 | — | 99,262 mi | |
| Brakes | 8 | 1 | — | 102,200 mi | |
| Tire Defects | 8 | 1 | — | 62,208 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 7 | 2 | — | 98,994 mi | |
| Fuel System | 6 | — | 1 | 96,200 mi | |
| Wheel Issues | 6 | — | — | 69,222 mi | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 5 | 4 | — | 23,553 mi | |
| Body Structure | 5 | — | — | 43,624 mi | |
| Engine & Cooling | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering:Electric Power Assist System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Side/Window | 3 | 2 | — | — | |
| Automatic Transmission | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension:Front | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Manual Transmission | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension:Rear | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls | 2 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2007 Mazda Mazda3
2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~475,915 vehicles.
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.
MAZDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 MAZDA3 AND MAZDA5 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 2, 2007 THROUGH NOVEMBER 30, 2008. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSIST COULD OCCUR AT ANY TIME WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE.
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2007 Mazda Mazda3 — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2007 Mazda Mazda3 reliable?
What are common problems with the 2007 Mazda Mazda3?
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Does the 2007 Mazda Mazda3 have any recalls?
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Mazda Mazda3 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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