CarRecallWatchThe 2011 Mazda MAZDA3 has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 132 complaints with NHTSA, including 12 crashes, 2 fires, 13 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (30 reports).
2011 Mazda MAZDA3 recalls
Driver seat may tilt and lose its position, raising crash risk
On certain vehicles equipped with a manual seat height lifter, the seat height adjustment lifter links may break or detach from the seat frame.
Liftgate Struts Can Corrode and Let Hatch Drop
Corrosion can weaken the liftgate support struts on certain Mazda3, Mazdaspeed3, Mazda5, CX-3 and CX-5 vehicles.
Most common 2011 Mazda MAZDA3 problems
Problem areas named in the 132 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 30 |
| Seats | 20 |
| Unknown Or Other | 18 |
| Electrical System | 15 |
| Steering | 13 |
| Structure | 13 |
| Power Train | 12 |
| Exterior Lighting | 10 |
| Suspension | 7 |
| Tires | 7 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2011 Mazda Mazda3. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the front driverâs side seat wobbled and was unsecured. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who determined that the front driverâs side seat lifter link was inoperable and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The contact was informed that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V082000 (SEATS). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. Additionally, the contact stated that the dashboard was melted and warped. The contact was concerned that
The airbag system failed to deploy during a major accident I was in, where my car rolled multiple times, and the collision that totaled my car. This includes the front airbags, impact sensors, and/or the airbag control module not activating. The vehicle is currently in the possession of the insurance company and can be made available for inspection upon request. During the crash, no airbags deployed, which significantly increased the risk of serious injury or death. The lack of airbag deployment left my partner and me completely unprotected at the moment of impact, including the number of times we rolled, seriously putting our safety at severe risk The vehicle is no longer drivable. The poli
I was driving it and randomly the AT and TC , and check engine light came on and the car went into limp mode, after doing some research it appears to happen to all 2009-2011 Mazda3's and it's a safety hazard. It's a safety hazard because of when it's stuck in limp mode sometimes if your at a light or something it'll start shifting and if you're not holding the brake completely down it will make the car lurch forward like 2-3 feet more if you don't react fast enough. This is a serious problem as it can cause a wreck. And you never know when it's going to happen there will be no symptoms it will just go into limp mode sometimes it'll rapidly go in and out and I'm sure that's causing damage to
The instrument panel above the information display in my 2011 Mazda3 has warped and created a visible gap, which is a known defect previously covered under Mazdaâs Special Service Program A9 (SSP A9). While originally described as a cosmetic issue, in my vehicle the gap now allows engine odors and emissions to enter the passenger cabin. This condition presents a safety and health risk to occupants. My daughter drives the vehicle daily to college and is regularly exposed to these fumes. To confirm the problem, I used a Temtop M2000C Advanced Air Quality Monitor and recorded the following COâ levels inside the cabin compared to outside air: - Outside vehicle (baseline): 348 ppm - Inside
The car is jerking and check engine light is on. Also when you are stopped and press on the gar it takes a bit to get speed. The transmission control module needs to be replaced. There seems to be this issue on many mazda's just not sure why a recall hasn't been done for this case.
2011 Mazda MAZDA3 questions
Does the 2011 Mazda MAZDA3 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2011 Mazda MAZDA3: Driver seat may tilt and lose its position, raising crash risk; Liftgate Struts Can Corrode and Let Hatch Drop. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Mazda MAZDA3?
Based on 132 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (30), Seats (20), Unknown Or Other (18).
How do I check if a recall on my 2011 Mazda MAZDA3 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.