Every 2016 Mazda MAZDA3 recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Back Over Prevention · NHTSA 23V487000
Jul 14, 2023Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- A rearview camera that does not display properly can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera, as necessary. In addition, dealers will install a wiring harness fastening seal. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 13, 2023. Final owner letters for affected models and model years in the states of CT, MA, MD, NJ, NY, PA and VA were mailed August 14, 2024. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a future date, anticipated on or before May 1, 2025. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6023G.
Full recall details for 23V487000 →Visibility · NHTSA 19V272000
Apr 4, 2019Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- Reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of crash.
- Fix
- Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front body control module with a new module which uses an improved wiper relay design, free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3219D.
Full recall details for 19V272000 →Parking Brake · NHTSA 17V393000
Jun 22, 2017Parking Brake
- Problem
- Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Mazda6 and 2014-2016 Mazda3 vehicles. Water could possibly enter the brake caliper causing the parking brake actuator shaft to corrode and possibly bind.
- Risk
- If the parking brake actuator shaft binds, the parking brake may not engage or disengage fully. If the parking brake does not engage properly, the vehicle may move unexpectedly if it is parked on a slope, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will check the parking brake actuator shafts, replacing any that are corroded, free of charge. Remedy parts are currently unavailable. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed August 24, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 1217F.
Full recall details for 17V393000 →Fuel System, Gasoline · NHTSA 16V685000
Sep 23, 2016Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage
- Problem
- Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2016 Mazda3 vehicles manufactured September 24, 2015, to October 16, 2015. During manufacturing, the fuel tanks for the affected vehicles may have deformed, resulting in a fuel leak from the recirculation pipe welded connection.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Mazda will notify owners, and depending on the tank lot number, dealers will inspect the recirculation pipe weld, replacing the fuel tank, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2016. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 0216I.
Full recall details for 16V685000 →Fuel System, Gasoline · NHTSA 16V684000
Sep 22, 2016Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly
- Problem
- Mazda Motors North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Mazda3 vehicles manufactured January 4, 2014, to September 18, 2015. The fuel tank of the affected vehicles may have been improperly handled during manufacturing and, as a result, the welded attachment of the Inlet Check Valve (ICV) may fail and allow fuel to leak.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Mazda will notify owners, and depending on the tank lot number, dealers will inspect the ICV weld, replacing the fuel tank, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2016. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 0116I.
Full recall details for 16V684000 →Fuel System, Gasoline · NHTSA 15V621000
Feb 10, 2015Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank AssemblyDo not drive
- Problem
- Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Mazda3 vehicles manufactured May 21, 2015, to August 25, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with a fuel tank with a shut-off valve that can allow fuel to enter into the fuel tank emissions systems. If enough fuel enters the emission system it may leak out onto the ground or result in an engine stall.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. An engine that stalls increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle's fuel shut-off valve. As needed, the fuel shut-off valve and the affected fuel tank emissions system components will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on October 20, 2015. Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the repairs have been completed. Mazda will provide rental cars until that time. Owners may contact the Mazda Customer Experience Center at 1-800- 222-5500, option #6. Mazda's number for this recall is 8615J.
Full recall details for 15V621000 →
2016 Mazda MAZDA3 complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 104 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Mazda MAZDA3, reporting 7 crashes, 1 fires, 5 injuries. Mazda has issued at least 667 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Electrical System22
- Unknown Or Other21
- Service Brakes14
- Back Over Prevention13
- Power Train9
- Engine7
Service bulletins by component
- Equipment (222)
- Electrical System (186)
- Engine and Engine Cooling (58)
- Engine (51)
- Equipment Adaptive/Mobility (51)
- Structure (50)
Read Mazda MAZDA3 owner complaints and bulletins, every year
What people reported
Owners have filed 104 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Mazda MAZDA3. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
Crash
“The cup holder on the car seat is damaged, as it broke from the car seat at the time of the incident. The hook in which buckles the car seat to the car is stuck and no longer pulls out nor in, No longer able to tie the car seat into the car correctly.”
2016 MAZDA MAZDA3Mar 20, 2024
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11578596
Fire
“Car began to smoke. Roof caught fire at driver's visor while occupied with 2 people. Both able to exit safely. Neighbor put out with fire extinguisher. Inspected by insurance adjuster - total loss. Dealership notified. No warning lamps or messages.”
2016 MAZDA MAZDA3Jan 13, 2024
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11565343
Crash
“I PARKED AT THE TOP OF MY DRIVEWAY AT A SLIGHT INCLINE POSITION WITH THE EMERGENCY BRAKE ENGAGED AND THE CAR WAS IN SECOND GEAR (MANUAL TRANSMISSION). IT WAS IN A STATIONARY POSITION AT THAT TIME. MY FAMILY EXITED THE VEHICLE AND WE WENT INSIDE OUR HOME.”
2016 MAZDA MAZDA3Nov 28, 2020
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11376902
Injury reportedCrash
“THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION, GOING WEST, ANOTHER VEHICLE IN MOTION HIT ME, BY THE TIME IT WAS OVER I WAS FACING EAST AND WENT UP A CURB AND INTO A WALL OF A HOMEOWNERS YARD”
2016 MAZDA MAZDA3Oct 19, 2020
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11365211
Crash
“THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MAZDA 3. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY AND UNOCCUPIED, THE EMERGENCY BRAKE DISENGAGED AND THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE ROLLED BACK AND STRUCK ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES.”
2016 MAZDA MAZDA3Jun 22, 2018
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11103438
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