Worst 2019 Mazda Mazda3 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Brakes
Engine Problems
Electrical Faults
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Mazda Mazda3.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 15 | 1 | — | 15,210 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 11 | 1 | — | 21,312 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 10 | — | — | 2,865 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 10 | — | — | 13,237 mi | |
| Fuel System | 8 | 1 | — | 7,776 mi | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 7 | — | — | 8,526 mi | |
| Airbags | 6 | — | — | 1,217 mi | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 6 | — | — | 43,297 mi | |
| Body Structure | 5 | — | — | 5,858 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Forward-Collision Avoidance Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Instrument Cluster | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Dynamic Brake Support/Brake Assist | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Automatic Transmission | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Rearview Mirrors/Devices:Interior | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2019 Mazda Mazda3
6 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~371,630 vehicles.
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.
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. Note: Vehicles equipped with auto dimming mirrors are not affected by this recall.
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019 Mazda3 vehicles. The seat cover material on both front seats may interfere with the head restraint lock release button, causing it to stick in the release position and not allow the head restraint to lock into place.
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018-2019 CX-5, Mazda6, and 2019 Mazda3 vehicles. A software error in the powertrain control module (PCM) may cause the engine to stall.
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019 Mazda3 vehicles. The lug nuts on all four wheels may loosen, potentially resulting in a wheel detaching from the vehicle.
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019 Mazda3 vehicles. Due to incorrect programing, the passenger air bag deactivation indicator light may erroneously turn off although the passenger air bag is deactivated. In addition, the seat belt status indicators for both the front passenger seat and/or rear seats may erroneously turn off although the front passenger and/or rear seat belts are unfastened.
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2019 Mazda Mazda3 — FAQ
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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